Empowered Voices: 1913 Womens Suffrage Advocate

This photograph features Bettine Freeman, taken on July 15, 1913. Freeman was known for her involvement in the women’s suffrage movement, advocating for womens right to vote at a time when their voices were largely marginalized in American society. The image captures an important moment in history, as women across the nation were mobilizing to demand equality and representation.

Photographed by the Bain News Service, Freemans image is part of a broader historical narrative of the early 20th century, a pivotal time when activism and social change were at the forefront of public consciousness. As the suffrage movement gained momentum, figures like Freeman played a crucial role in raising awareness and influencing public opinion. This image not only highlights an individual in the movement but also reflects the collective struggle for civil rights that would eventually lead to the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920.