Gay rights pioneer Kameny dies

US gay rights pioneer Frank Kameny has died at his home in Washington at the age of 86.

Gay rights pioneer Kameny dies
Wed, 12 Oct, 2011 - 14:51

US gay rights pioneer Frank Kameny has died at his home in Washington at the age of 86.

Kameny became a leader of the rights movement after he was fired from his job as a government astronomer in 1957 for being gay.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €10/month. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Mideast Wars Gulf Anger Qatar denounces Israel ahead of major summit on Doha strike
Glastonbury Festival 2025 Bob Vylan gig cancelled after remarks about assassinated Trump ally Charlie Kirk
Ricky Hatton death Tributes paid to former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton
CourtsHeathrowPlace: USPlace: WashingtonPlace: PentagonPlace: National Museum of American HistoryPlace: Library of CongressPerson: KamenyPerson: Frank KamenyPerson: Bob WiteckPerson: WiteckPerson: FrankPerson: Rea CareyPerson: Joe SolmonesePerson: John BerryEvent: National Coming Out DayEvent: Capital PrideOrganisation: National Gay and Lesbian Task ForceOrganisation: Human Rights CampaignOrganisation: US Civil Service CommissionOrganisation: CongressOrganisation: White HouseOrganisation: US Supreme CourtOrganisation: Mattachine Society of WashingtonOrganisation: US Office of Personnel Management
The firm admitted misconduct (AAP Image via AP)

Australian bank ANZ to pay record fine for corporate misconduct

READ NOW

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited