Historical Events tagged with "alfred douglas"

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Crime & Law

Oscar Wilde Convicted of Gross Indecency

May 25th, 1895 129 years ago

Oscar Wilde, a prominent playwright and author, was convicted of committing acts of gross indecency with other male persons and sentenced to two years of hard labor. The trial captured public attention, highlighting the moral attitudes of Victorian England toward homosexuality. Wilde's controversial lifestyle and the evidence presented during the trial ultimately led to his conviction, serving as a significant moment in LGBTQ+ history.

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