Historical Events tagged with "lesbian"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Massive Rally for Lesbian and Gay Rights

October 14th, 1979 45 years ago

Approximately 100,000 people gathered in Washington, D.C., to advocate for lesbian and gay rights in a historic march. The National March on Washington aimed to bring national attention to issues of discrimination, social injustices, and the need for legislative change. Activists called for equal rights and protections, uniting diverse groups under a common purpose in pursuit of visibility and equality. The event featured speeches from prominent leaders and raised awareness of LGBTQ+ issues on a national scale.

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