Before 1920, women in America were denied the most basic democratic right: the vote. But they didn’t stay silent.The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified on August 18, 1920—105 years ago today, granted women the right to vote.; buut it was a milestone, not a finishh line. The fight for full equality was—and still is—ongoing. Resources and Sources The 19th Amendment to the U.S. ConstitutionThe League of Women Voters of MissouriThe History of the League of Women VotersMinor v. Happersett MIssouri Ratifies the 19th AmendmentNational Park Service: Missouri Ratifies the 19th Amendment National Park Service: Harry T. BurnNational Park Service: 20 Suffragists to KnowThe Missouri Historical Society: STL History Minute/Golden Lane Parade100 Years After the 19th Amendment, Women's Suffrage Continues

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