“The March of the Women” is a powerful song composed by Ethel Smyth in 1910, with words by Cicely Hamilton. It became the anthem of the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) and the women’s suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. Activists sang it at rallies and even in prison during hunger strikes, showcasing their determination for equal rights. Smyth based the melody on a traditional tune from Abruzzo, Italy, dedicating it to the WSPU. The song was first performed on 21 January 1911 by the Suffrage Choir in London. Emmeline Pankhurst introduced it as the WSPU’s official anthem. The song was significant during protests, including a famous performance in 1912 at Holloway Prison, where women activists sang while imprisoned. The march was also used in a large demonstration in Washington, D.C., in 1914. Smyth created various arrangements, including for choir and orchestra. The song remains a symbol of women’s rights and the ongoing fight for equality, inspiring future generations to advocate for social change.