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20 Moments in LGBT History That You May Have Missed
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A version of this article was originally published by Mic on December 26, 2013.
Though the modern LGBT movement began with the Stonewall Riots of 1969, its victories grew exponentially in 2013. In just over 12 months, the number of states that legalize same-sex marriage doubled from nine to 18. The federal government now recognizes same-sex marriage as the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act this summer. This year was also full of symbolic triumphs. For the first time in history, for instance, a US president invoked LGBT rights in his inaugural address.
The year 2013 will undoubtedly be among the most consequential for the LGBT community, alongside landmarks such as the assassination of Harvey Milk, the AIDS crisis, Don't Ask Don't Tell, DOMA, Lawrence v. Texas, and Massachusetts becoming the first state to legalize same-sex marriage.
As we celebrate lucky number '13, here is a list of lesser-known milestones that demonstrate the LGBT community's progress in such a short span of time.
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