National woman suffrage association defined history in what way?

The history of women's suffrage in the United States witnessed along period and showcase its evolving nature. On 15 may 1869, National Woman Suffrage Association was formed in New York City. The association has focused to win the women's suffrage and this cause made them split from the American Equal Rights Association because its leadership was in the hands of the male members. The organizational leadership of N. W. S. A was to remain in the hands of women while men were denied the membership. The group not only fought for voting rights but advocated social reforms which include marriage and divorce.