<p>LGBTQ+ history includes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. Key moments in LGBTQ+ history include the trial of Oscar Wilde, the Stonewall Riots, the assassination of Harvey Milk and marriage equality.</p>


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The LGBTQ+ movement is the struggle for equality and rights for gay, lesbian, transgender people and others. Learn about Stonewall, Harvey Milk, the Pride flag and more.

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LGBTQ+ History ‑ Videos

Cooper’s Do‑nuts Sparks the Trans Rights Movement

More to History: The Gay ‘Sip‑In’ Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination

Leonard Matlovich’s Sacrifice for LGBTQ Rights

How STAR Saved Houseless LGBTQ+ Youth in NYC

How the Stonewall Riots Sparked a Movement – Riots