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Why June Is Celebrated as Pride Month – A Peek Into History

The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.

Arnica KalaMythreyee Ramesh
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Happy Pride Month!

As the calendar turns to June, LGBTQIA+ communities and their allies across the world mark Pride Month. But, why June? Here’s the story behind it.

The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
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The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
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The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
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The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.
The answer dates back to 1969, New York City.

(This story was first published on 1 June 2021. It has been republished from The Quint’s archives to mark Pride Month.)

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