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Today in History

Supporters of the 19th Amendment celebrate its adoption in August 1920 by sewing the 36th star on a banner in Washington, D.C. The star represents Tennessee, the state whose approval secured passage of the amendment guaranteeing women the right to vote. Seated second from left is Alice Paul, a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement. (AP Photo)

 

 

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