Interesting Events in Gay HistoryNov 12, 2007 |
In 1654 Sweden Queen Christine chooses to abdicate the crown because of her love for a woman.
In 1810 First homosexual acts between men on mutual consent, who reached the mature age, are legalized in France
In 1836 last death penalty for homosexuality took place, though the respective law was revoked in 1861.
In 1885 a new law was introduced for homosexuality punishment. Lesbians were not included, as Queen Victoria was not aware of such phenomenon.
On June 8 in 1934, 200 gays were executed in Germany. This was a starting point for genocide of those who were homosexual.
In 1941 head surgeon declares not to persecute gays, who serve in army, if they are not open about their orientation.
In 1944 Sweden repeals criminal liability for homosexuality.
In 1952 USA congress passes the law, which forbids gay’s and lesbian’s the country.
In 1953 Gays and lesbians are forbidden to work in USA federal institutions.
In 1962 In Britain are legalized homosexual acts between mature men, except for law and order workers and service men.
In 1973 American Psychiatric Association removes homosexuality from the list of mental illnesses
In 1988 Sweden grants the same legal and social benefits and tax remissions on homosexual couples as on heterosexual ones.
In 1996 South African Republic is the first country to register law against gay and lesbian’s discrimination.
In 1997 Independent researches in Great Britain and USA proved the fact, that children raised in a lesbian family have no deviations in their development.
