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Peoples House. Fido the dog guards the entrance to the Peoples House - the Houses of parliament. Women with banners ask to be let in but Fido Asquith refuses, No, some of you have teased me and pulled my tail, so now I won t let any of you come near me. By J.W (Jessica Walters), Suffrage Atelier. Date: circa 1909
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Asquith Banners Fido Guards Jessica Parliament Peoples Pulled Refuses Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Tail Walters Wont Rights Teased
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This photograph, titled "Peoples House: Fido the Dog Guards the Entrance to the Peoples House - the Houses of Parliament. Women with Banners Ask to be Let In but Fido Asquith Refuses," is a poignant depiction of the suffrage movement in England during the early 1900s. Taken circa 1909 by the renowned photographer Jessica Walters, also known as J.W, of the Suffrage Atelier, the image captures a moment of tension and determination as women gather at the entrance of the Peoples House, now known as the Houses of Parliament, seeking the right to vote. Fido, a sturdy and alert dog, stands guard at the entrance, his eyes fixed on the group of women who hold banners and plead to be let in. The caption reveals that Fido, named after Prime Minister H.H. Asquith, has been teased and had his tail pulled by some of the women, leading him to refuse entry to all. The playful use of the Prime Minister's name for the dog adds a layer of humor and irony to the situation, highlighting the frustration and determination of the suffragettes. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the suffragettes' unwavering commitment to their cause, even in the face of resistance and ridicule. The women's banners, with their bold and assertive messages, underscore their demand for the right to vote and their refusal to be silenced. The image also serves as a testament to the important role that photography played in documenting and raising awareness about the suffrage movement during this pivotal time in history. Overall, "Peoples House: Fido the Dog Guards the Entrance to the Peoples House - the Houses of Parliament. Women with Banners Ask to be Let In but Fido Asquith Refuses" is a compelling and evocative image that captures the spirit and determination of the suffragettes during their fight for women's rights.
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