Creating the United States

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Recalling the Spirit of ‘76 for Women’s Rights

Recalling the Spirit of '76 for Women’s Rights (112)

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This postcard calls forth the spirit of 1776 to support women’s rights—particularly the right to vote. While women march for suffrage rights, George Washington is shown exclaiming “Did I save my country for this!”