Stonewall Uprising Celebrated

The Stonewall Uprising, which began in 1969 at the Stonewall Inn in New York City, is commemorated annually. Police actions against gay patrons sparked a protest and riots that are considered a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. The event is now a national monument and a celebration of civil liberties.

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