Difference between revisions of "Karl Heinrich Ulrichs"
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Revision as of 16:02, 27 September 2014
Country
Germany
Birth - Death
1825 - 1895
Occupation
Activist
Description
Campaigner for sexual reform. Author, legal advisor. Developed a biological theory of homosexuality, called 'third sex' theory. Pioneer of the modern gay rights movement. Was dismissed from this job in the civil bureaucracy when he was revealed to be gay. Though he wrote prolifically, his Books were often banned and confiscated. The International Lesbian and Gay Law Association presents a Karl Heinrich Ulrichs Award for distinguished contributions to the advancement of LGBTI equality.
