Margery Corbett Ashby, 1932
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Margery Corbett Ashby, 1932
Margery Corbett Ashby (1882-1981), womens rights campaigner and Liberal candidate. She was president of several organisations, including the British Commonwealth League, National Union Societies of Equal Citizenship and the International Woman Suffrage Alliance(IWSA). Pictured here in 1932, when she was the substitute British delegate at the World Disarmament Conference at Geneva in February 1932, Sir John Simon being taken ill with influenza. Date: 1932
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1932 Alliance Ashby Citizenship Commonwealth Corbett Equal League Liberal Margery Societies Suffrage Rights
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the determined and influential figure of Margery Corbett Ashby, a pioneering women's rights campaigner and Liberal candidate, during her tenure as the substitute British delegate at the World Disarmament Conference in Geneva in 1932. Amidst the political turmoil of the 1930s, Corbett Ashby was a prominent figure in the fight for women's rights, serving as president of several organizations, including the British Commonwealth League, National Union Societies of Equal Citizenship, and the International Woman Suffrage Alliance (IWSA). In this image, Corbett Ashby is seen in her element, exuding confidence and authority as she engages in diplomatic discussions. The photograph was taken during a pivotal moment in history when Sir John Simon, the British delegate, fell ill with influenza, leaving Corbett Ashby to step in and represent her country on the international stage. Corbett Ashby's commitment to women's rights extended beyond her leadership roles. She was a tireless advocate for equal citizenship and the right to vote, traveling extensively to promote her cause and collaborating with organizations around the world. Her dedication to the cause culminated in her role as the substitute British delegate at the World Disarmament Conference, a testament to her intelligence, charisma, and unwavering commitment to social justice. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the important role women played in shaping the political landscape of the 20th century and the ongoing struggle for gender equality. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the remarkable life and achievements of a trailblazing figure in women's rights and British politics.
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