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Nancy Astor: The first lady of British politics

Suffragette Lady Nancy Astor: The first lady British MP Silver Trophy.

Size :- total height 17cms

Is a bit battered, restored and replaced wooden base.

Reads:-

1919

Cliveden challenge cup

Presented by Mrs Astor

When American-born English socialite Nancy Astor entered the House of Commons on 1 December 1919, she became the first female MP in British history to take a seat in parliament.

She was elected to Parliament for Plymouth Sutton in November 1919, replacing her husband who had previously been the MP. Astor was elected following a by-election on 15 November 1919, although she had to wait until 28 November for the results to be announced, where it turned out she received more votes than the Labour and Liberal candidates combined. She entered the House of Commons on 1 December 1919 to take her oath, sponsored by Prime Minister David Lloyd George and Lord President of the Council and former Prime Minister Arthur Balfour.


Will wrap and ship safely.