Jailed for Freedom

by Doris Stevens

Overview

"Jailed for Freedom" recounts the gripping history of the American suffragist movement and the courageous women who fought for their right to vote. Doris Stevens, a participant in the movement, offers a firsthand account of the relentless struggle, focusing on the often-overlooked political activism and sacrifices of the suffragists.

This important historical text details the strategies, challenges, and ultimate triumphs of the women's rights movement in the United States. Explore the stories of the women who faced imprisonment and endured harsh conditions, all in the pursuit of political equality. "Jailed for Freedom" stands as a testament to the power of perseverance and the enduring fight for women's suffrage, offering invaluable insights into this pivotal moment in American history. It remains a vital resource for understanding the fight for women's rights and the ongoing pursuit of feminism.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781023144117
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	286
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.69(d)

About the Author

Doris Stevens was an American suffragist, author, and supporter for women's legal rights. She was the first female member of the American Institute of International Law and the inaugural chair of the Inter-American Commission of Women. Stevens, born in 1888 in Omaha, Nebraska, became interested in the suffrage movement while attending Oberlin College. After earning her sociology degree in 1911, she temporarily taught before working as a paid regional organizer for the National American Woman Suffrage Association's Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage (CUWS). When the CUWS broke away from the parent organization in 1914, Stevens took over as national strategist. She was in charge of organizing the women's congress at the Panama Pacific Exposition in 1915. When the CUWS was renamed the National Woman's Party (NWP) in 1916, Stevens organized party delegates in each of the 435 Congressional Districts in an effort to achieve national women's enfranchisement and defeat politicians who opposed women's rights.