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Womens right to vote is taken
In 1777, Women lost the right to vote in all state constitutions. -
First Woman Suffrage Law
On December 10, 1869, Wyoming passes Americas first women's suffrage law, granting women the right to vote and hold office. -
National Association of Colored Women
On July 21, 1896, The National Association of Colored Women is formed with the goal of achieving equality for women of color. The association brought together more than 100 black women clubs. -
Womens Suffrage Parade
On March 3, 1913, more than 5000 women marched in Washington for the right to vote. The parade brought national attention to the suffrage. -
First Women Elected to Congress
On April 2, 1917, Jeannette Rankin of montana, an activist with the Woman Suffrage Association is the first woman elected to Congress as a member of the House of Representatives -
The Woman Suffrage Amendment
On June 4, 1919, the Woman Suffrage Amendment, written by Susan B. Anthony, is passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate. -
19th Amendment certified as a law
On August 18, 1920, the 19th amendment is certified as a law, guaranteeing all American women the right to vote. -
First female cabinet member
On May 4, 1933, Frances Perkins becomes the first female cabinet member, appointed secretary of labor by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. -
Equal Pay Act
On June 10, 1963, The equal pay act is passed by congress, promising equal wages for the same work regardless of gender, race or religion. -
First Woman on Supreme Court
On July 7, 1981, Sandra Day O' Connor becomes the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court