Susan B. Anthony

(1820-1906)  An American writer, lecturer and abolitionist who was a leading figure in the women’s voting rights movement. Raised in a Quaker household, Anthony worked as a teacher.

After the Civil War was over, Anthony began focusing more on women’s rights. She and Elizabeth Cady Stanton established the American Equal Rights Association and the National Woman Suffrage Association in the 1860’s. Anthony was tireless in her efforts, giving speeches around the country to convince others to support a woman’s right to vote, however it wouldn’t be until 14 years after Anthony’s death — in 1920 — that the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, giving all adult women the right to vote, was passed.

Share This Post