Suffragette Votes for Women Cracker Label
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Suffragette Votes for Women Cracker Label
Suffragette Votes for Women Cracker Label. A christmas cracker label from a box made by Tom Smith, makers of crackers since 1847. The company produced a box illustrated with suffragettes in front of the Houses of Parliament, in the colours of purple, white and green. Date: circa 1910
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Colours Cracker Crackers Label Makers Parliament Produced Purple Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Votes Made Rights Smith
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This cracker label, hailing from the early 1910s, showcases the powerful message of the suffragette movement during a pivotal moment in women's rights history. The label, produced by Tom Smith, a renowned British cracker manufacturer since 1847, carries the inscription "Votes for Women" against a backdrop of determined suffragettes gathered in front of the Houses of Parliament. The women, dressed in the symbolic colors of purple, white, and green, are shown raising their fists in a bold display of defiance and unity. The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, gained significant momentum during this period. The use of this powerful image on a Christmas cracker label is a testament to the far-reaching impact and influence of the movement. The label serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the suffragettes in their fight for women's suffrage. Tom Smith's decision to illustrate their cracker boxes with this image not only added historical significance but also helped to raise awareness of the suffragette cause. This unique and intriguing piece of history offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the ongoing struggle for women's rights.
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