Gay club in the 70s nyc riot

Read how it all started and view photos of activism in the s. On June 28,the police raided the bar. At the time, police harassment of gay bars was usual and not an isolated incident. But what was unusual that night was that the patrons decided to resist. The raid began with the police demanding identification and arresting those whose gender presentations they believed did not match the IDs.

Patrons who refused to comply were forcefully handled. This sparked the anger of the crowd outside. A lesbian being hit by an officer and her subsequent call for action ignited the crowd. This led to the throwing of objects and a full-blown riot.

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The confrontation lasted for hours, with the crowd significantly outnumbering the police, who eventually retreated and barricaded themselves inside the bar. The riots continued for several days, and more people joined the protests. One of the most notable early actions was the first Christopher Street Liberation Day march on June 28,which was for the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Riots.

The march started in Greenwich Village and ended in Central Park, and is considered the first Pride parade. And that was just the beginning of a movement. The impact of the Stonewall Riots and the subsequent Pride marches resonated globally. Christopher Street Day was spread to other cities in Germany and throughout Europe and became a symbol of the fight for equality and acceptance.

These events bring together diverse communities, including allies, to celebrate love, acceptance, and progress. However, the spirit of resistance and the fight for equality remain central to Pride. July July By The Game Magazine 0. United States, s. USA, s.