Maye's March for Women's Votes

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Set against the backdrop of the 1913 suffrage movement, the story follows 19-year-old trombone player Vera Maye Shipps as she seizes the chance to advocate for women's voting rights. Traveling with the Missouri Ladies Military Band, she faces unexpected challenges when a group of men obstruct their parade route in Washington, D.C. The narrative, rooted in historical events and real individuals, draws from Maye's diary, highlighting her determination and the pivotal role of women in the fight for equality.