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1) Sources 1 and 2 are useful to a certain extent for a historian investigating the aims of the NUWSS. Combined with historical knowledge, we know that the NUWSS, led by Mrs Fawcett, were a relatively passive group in comparison to the radical WSPU, led by Mrs Pankhurst. They preferred to demonstrate in large groups, with the aid of banners, and adopted a method of patient argument and persuasion. Where as source two describes the theory behind a mass accumulation of support, “Help the cause by joining the pilgrimage for any period,” source one is a picture of a typical demonstration itself. We witness supporters of both sex holding banners, dressed sprucely and eager to put across their views. In contrast to the WSPU, women are standing peacefully not making violent protests, simply sitting upright on horseback, which incidentally gives a subtle hint of authority. We cannot question source 1’s reliability as a source – a photograph is a primary source and thus solid in its nature. However, the source has its limitations in relation to the question, as it just gives a broad aim of the NUWSS. It gives no indication of any secret aims held by the organisation, or future demonstrations to be conducted. It fails to highlight any important rights the group campaigns for- the poster in the photo, “Law Abiding” just tells us of their techniques. Neither does it focus on the opinion of the individual or a group of people. For a historian to find this source more useful, a caption or statement from a party activist would be required. Source 2 meanwhile is more specific with the general aims of the NUWSS, or the aims reflected on the “skin” of the party.
Approximate Word count = 1083
Approximate Pages = 4.3
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