"I walked right into the riot as it was taking place. I realized right away it was a story."
"At first cops were just bringing patrons out in handcuffs. The gay men, transgender women, and others who drank at the Stonewall were used to arrests."
"Hundreds of people gathered around Stonewall, filled up Christopher Street so traffic couldn't pass."
"Some patrons started a kick line, singing, 'We are the Stone.'"
On June 27, 1969, Lucian Truscott IV witnessed the Stonewall riots in New York City. Raids on gay bars were common, often involving police collusion with organized crime. On this night, patrons resisted arrest, leading to escalating violence. Items were thrown, and a fire was briefly set. The following night saw a larger crowd gather, with police attempting to disperse them. Patrons cleverly evaded police and celebrated their defiance, marking a significant moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
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