Stonewall: A Building. An Uprising. A Revolution
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Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (April 23, 2019)
Language : English
Hardcover : 40 pages
ISBN-10 : 1524719528
ISBN-13 : 978-1524719524
Reading age : 5 – 8 years
Lexile measure : AD970L
Grade level : Kindergarten – 3
Item Weight : 1.02 pounds
Dimensions : 11.38 x 0.34 x 9.25 inches
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Stonewall: A Building. An Uprising. A Revolution
50 years ago, a small bar in New York City’s Greenwich Village became the epicenter of a movement that would change the course of LGBTQ+ history forever. The Stonewall Inn, a nondescript building on Christopher Street, became the site of a pivotal moment in the fight for equality and rights for the queer community.
On the night of June 28, 1969, a routine police raid on the Stonewall Inn sparked a rebellion among its patrons and neighborhood residents. Fed up with constant harassment and discrimination, they fought back against the police, refusing to be arrested or intimidated any longer. The ensuing riots lasted for several days, galvanizing the LGBTQ+ community and sparking a new era of activism and visibility.
The Stonewall Uprising was a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, leading to the formation of organizations like the Gay Liberation Front and the Gay Activists Alliance. It also inspired the first Pride parades in cities across the country, as a way to commemorate the bravery and resilience of those who stood up against injustice at Stonewall.
Today, the Stonewall Inn is a designated National Historic Landmark, recognized for its role in the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement. It serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the importance of standing up for justice and equality.
As we mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, let us remember the courage of those who fought back against oppression, and recommit ourselves to continuing the fight for full equality and acceptance for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. Stonewall was not just a building or an uprising – it was a revolution that continues to inspire and empower us today.
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