What is the Mattachine Society, the first enduring U.S. gay rights group?
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The Mattachine Society is reported to be the first enduring US gay rights group. Its founding is noted, with one outlet specifying a date of November 11, 1950. The society's history and significance are being marked, including its 75th anniversary, as part of LGBTQ+ history and the broader gay rights movement.
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