Emily Davison

Full Name: Emily Wilding Davison
Profession: Suffragette

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Biography: Emily Davison was an English suffragette who fought for women's suffrage in the United Kingdom during the early 20th century. She was a member of the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), a group that advocated for women's right to vote, and she became known for her militant and sometimes extreme tactics to draw attention to the cause.

Davison's commitment to the suffrage movement led to numerous arrests and imprisonments. While in prison, she engaged in hunger strikes, and endured force-feeding, drawing public attention to the harsh treatment of suffragettes. Her determination and willingness to risk her life for the cause made her a significant figure in the movement.

Tragically, Emily Davison is best known for her fatal act at the Epsom Derby in 1913. Seeking to draw attention to the suffrage cause, she ran onto the track during the race and was struck by the King's horse, Anmer. She died from her injuries four days later.

Born: October 11, 1872
Birthplace: Greenwich, England, United Kingdom
Star Sign: Libra

Died: June 8, 1913 (aged 40)