The women's suffrage movement was a social and political campaign aimed at granting women the right to vote. It began in the mid-19th century, with key figures like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton advocating for women's rights. The movement gained momentum through protests, conventions, and the formation of organizations, highlighting the need for gender equality in political participation. In the United States, the movement culminated in the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which granted women the legal right to vote. This achievement marked a significant milestone in the broader struggle for women's rights and inspired similar movements worldwide.