Queer Connections in the 1920s

The video explores how LGBTQ individuals in the 1920s connected despite legal and social challenges. It highlights the use of coded language, publications like 'The Link', and personal letters to foster connections. The video also discusses the creation of queer spaces and the impact of legal changes, such as the 1967 Sexual Offenses Act, on LGBTQ visibility and community. It reflects on the enduring need for connection and community within the LGBTQ community.

How did LGBTQ individuals create their own spaces despite societal challenges in the 1920s?

What does the correspondence between Ernie and Jeff reveal about same-sex relationships in the 1920s?

In what ways did the 1967 Sexual Offenses Act change the landscape for LGBTQ individuals in the UK?

What themes from the LGBTQ community in the 1920s are still relevant today?