On this day in queer history: Aug 5, 1961

Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ community, led by Josie Carter, fought back against homophobic attackers at Black Nite bar. One of the earliest queer uprisings in U.S. history—years before Stonewall. ✊🏳️‍🌈

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