The U.S. Congress passed the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote in 1920. This significant amendment, ratified on August 18 and officially certified on August 26, marked the culmination of decades of struggle by suffragists and activists. The movement for women's suffrage gained momentum in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as women organized marches, protests, and lobbying campaigns to secure their voting rights. The passage of the 19th Amendment was a pivotal moment in American history, significantly advancing gender equality and empowering women to participate fully in the democratic process.