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an altercation between gay individuals and the authorities

Stonewall Riots

The Stonewall Inn was a large gay bar in Greenwich Village owned by a crime family during the 1960’s. It was cheap to get in, and it welcomed…

Historical Sites in Malaysia: Masjid Negara (National Mosque)

Masjid Negara, which is also known as the National Mosque in Malaysia, was built in 1965 to memorialize Malaysia’s independence. It comprises of a main prayer hall with…

Historical Sites in Malaysia: Sultan Abdul Samad Building

The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a renowned building in Kuala Lumpur, located in front of Dataran Merdeka. It was built in 1897 and was named after the…

Historical Sites in Malaysia: Petronas Twin Towers

At 451.8 meters tall, the Petronas Twin Towers are the worlds tallest twin towers. Designed by César Pelli, the identical towers took six years to build. The design…