The women's suffrage movement was and continues to be one of the most incredible events to happen in the history of the United States. It was a struggle by women to gain the right to vote and run for office. Women in the United States did not have the right to vote until the 19th century. In addition to the struggle of many individuals, women's suffrage was very difficult to achieve. It was not until August 1920 that women were given the right to vote nationwide. These women's rights influenced federal government elections and became an important factor in the decision of national leaders. Women's suffrage can be considered as a black mark in the history of the United States and was the largest right to vote and a political movement in its own right. In the early 1800s, women were expected to limit their lives to the family and home. They were not encouraged to obtain an education or pursue a higher professional career. Women were also in a position of subjection. The basic law in the United States was English common law, and under that law women were considered inferior ...