Emmeline Pankhurst was a British political activist born on July 15, 1858, in Manchester, England. She is best known for her role in the women's suffrage movement, which aimed to secure voting rights for women. Pankhurst founded the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1903, advocating for more militant tactics to draw attention to the cause. Pankhurst's efforts were instrumental in raising awareness about women's rights. Her activism led to significant changes in legislation, and women in the UK gained the right to vote in 1918, although it was limited to those over 30. She continued to fight for equality until her death on June 14, 1928.