The 19th AmendmentProgressive Era

Women's Right to Vote

Ratified 1920

What It Means

Guarantees women the right to vote.

Historical Context

Women fought for over 70 years for suffrage.

Original Text

The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged... on account of sex.
Amendment Number
19 of 27
Ratified
1920
Category
Progressive Era