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Formation of the National Woman Suffrage Association

When
15 May 1869
Where
New York City
Part of
Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton found the National Woman Suffrage Association

Anthony and Stanton formed the NWSA in May 1869 following the dissolution of the American Equal Rights Association.

The National Woman Suffrage Association was created on May 15, 1869, two days after the final AERA convention. Anthony and Stanton were the primary leaders, with Stanton serving as president. The organization was established in New York City, where they had previously published The Revolution.

Sources

  1. National Woman Suffrage Association Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-05
  2. Elizabeth Cady Stanton Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11

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