The early 20th century suffrage movement faced numerous challenges, including strong opposition from traditionalists and a lack of unified support among women. Many activists encountered societal backlash, with critics claiming women should prioritize their roles as wives and mothers. Additionally, internal divisions among suffragists—stemming from differing priorities based on race and class—complicated the movement's progress. Tactics such as protests and hunger strikes sometimes led to violent confrontations. Despite these challenges, the relentless advocacy of figures like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton kept the movement alive, ultimately contributing to the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920.