November 12, 1815: Elizabeth Cady Stanton is Born
On this day in 1815, abolitionist and women’s rights leader Elizabeth Cady Stanton was born in Johnstown, New York. As the daughter of a prominent judge, Stanton would grow up to lead the suffrage movement that created basic social and politics rights for women nationwide.
In November 1920, over eight million women voted for the first time after the 19th Amendment was passed, as a result of efforts led by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony.
Photo: Elizabeth Cady Stanton, seated, and Susan B. Anthony between 1880 and 1902 (Library of Congress).
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