Founded in 1903, the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) was tightly controlled by the three Pankhursts, Emmeline Pankhurst (1858–1928), and her daughters Christabel Pankhurst (1880–1958) and Sylvia Pankhurst (1882–1960). It specialized in highly visible publicity campaigns such as large parades.
The Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) was founded in 1903 by the three Pankhurst women, Emmeline, Christabel, and Sylvia. The organization concentrated on eye-catching publicity stunts like massive demonstrations.