Susan B. Anthony was a pioneer crusader for the woman suffrage movement in the United States and president (1892-1900) of the National American Woman Suffrage Association.
Her work helped pave the way for the Nineteenth Amendment (1920) to the Constitution, giving women the right to vote.
Susan B. Anthony's Challenges:
May 13, 2024 - Meeting Trouble
Susan B. Anthony went to a meeting to speak about the bad effects of alcohol and cigeretts. However she was not allowed to speak due to gender.
July 26, 2023 - Woman's Rights
Susan B. Anthony presents her petition for woman’s rights to the New York legislature. It doesn’t get approved.
March 17, 2024 - Teaching
She was fired because of lack of funds and her gender. Mainly the latter.
December 28, 2023 - Slavery
Susan B. Anthony presents her petition opposing slavery to congress. Nothing changes.
August 12, 2023 - Speaking Tour
She went on a speaking tour to talk about women's right and slavery. She was ridiculed by many people.
September 20, 2023 - Voting
She became the first woman to cast her vote. She was then arrested because of it.
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