June 28, 1969: Stonewall riot begins
- Eight New York City police officers arrived at the Stonewall Inn for a routine raid on the bar and its gay patrons—but this time, the patrons fought back. ... more
- Eight New York City police officers arrived at the Stonewall Inn for a routine raid on the bar and its gay patrons—but this time, the patrons fought back. ... more
June 28, 1969: Stonewall riot begins
- Eight New York City police officers arrived at the Stonewall Inn for a routine raid on the bar and its gay patrons—but this time, the patrons fought back. Widely considered the watershed moment of the LGBT civil rights movement, the Stonewall riots lasted three nights, with more than 1,000 people participating. Above, young people celebrate the anniversary of the riots on Christopher Street. (Getty) less
- Eight New York City police officers arrived at the Stonewall Inn for a routine raid on the bar and its gay patrons—but this time, the patrons fought back. Widely considered the watershed moment of the LGBT civil rights movement, the Stonewall riots lasted three nights, with more than 1,000 people participating. Above, young people celebrate the anniversary of the riots on Christopher Street. (Getty) less
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