BRI's Homework Help: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Stronghold of the Fortress
The video 'BRI's Homework Help: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Stronghold of the Fortress' explores Elizabeth Cady Stanton's pivotal role in the early women's rights movement. Set against the backdrop of the 1840 World Anti-Slavery Convention in London, Stanton confronted gender discrimination firsthand. This experience ignited her lifelong crusade for women's suffrage, leading to the historic 1848 Seneca Falls Convention, where the Declaration of Sentiments declaring women's equality was drafted. Highlighting Stanton's determination, the video emphasizes the importance of women's suffrage in achieving gender equality. This educational content is significant for school-aged children as it introduces them to key figures in U.S. History and the foundational events of the women's rights movement, fostering an understanding of social justice and equality.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 37 seconds
- Topic: Biographies, History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Anthony, Susan B., Civil Rights, U.S. History - 1784-1860, Women
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: Bill of Rights Institute
- Series: BRI's Homework Help
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