Catalogue Number
NMLH.1993.574
Object Name
Banner
Title
'Womenâs Co-operative Guild. South Croydon Branch.'
Place
Croydon, London, UK
People
Women's Co-operative Guild
Events
Feminist Movement
Date
1927
Description
A blue banner with yellow writing. In the centre is a white middle aged woman with dark hair wearing an apron and a grey dress, with a basket under her arm standing between two wheat sheaves. The edge of the banner is bordered with white roses on a yellow background. The motto 'of whole heart cometh hope' is below the central illustration.
The Womenâs Co-operative Guild was founded in 1883. At its peak in 1939 this grew to around 89,000 members. The South Croydon branch was formed in 1927. Each section of the guild had its own floral emblem, and the white rose signified the southern section.
The guild campaigned on important issues for women including provision of birth control, nursery schools, and family allowances. It also championed peace, equality, and justice.
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