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Welcome we are @BlkTransArchive Preserving and sharing black trans history, powered by @BlackTransConn1 . #BLACKTRANSHISTORY #blackTRANSlivesmatter

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here is rare in color photo of Marsha P Johnson 📸 date unknown

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Y'all won't ever change history. Marsha P. Johnson, a Black trans woman, played a crucial role at Stonewall, emerging as a leader. Despite hateful comments, we won't be silenced in sharing this history you attempt to erase. She is iconic, and we'll continue to spread the truth.

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LGBTQIA activist and iconic black trans woman, Marsha P. Johnson, a leader in the 1969 Stonewall Riots. Presented here are Polaroids captured by Andy Warhol, commemorating her role as a trailblazer in the pivotal Stonewall Riots. 📸 photo date is unknown.

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LGBTQIA activist and iconic black trans woman, Marsha P. Johnson, a leader in the 1969 Stonewall Riots. Presented here are Polaroids captured by Andy Warhol, commemorating her role as a trailblazer in the pivotal Stonewall Riots. 📸 photo date is unknown.

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Capturing the resilience of black transgender women in 1959. Often referred to as transvestites or drag queens, they are Black trans women. As Miss Major Griffin-Gracy aptly asserts, "we are still fucking here." Black trans women in 1956 Photographer 📸: Diane Arbus

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(Marsha P. Johnson pickets Bellevue Hospital to protest treatment of street people and gays, 1970), 📸

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Marsha P. Johnson had a deep affection for teddy bears and dolls. In this rare photo, she peacefully sleeps, surrounded by what she fondly referred to as "her babies," featuring a white teddy bear. Another photo captures her holding a collection of dolls and bears. 📸

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Happy Birthday, Marsha P. Johnson (August 24, 1945 – July 6, 1992)!

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MARSHA P. JOHNSON IN THE LATE 1970S, PHOTOGRAPHED BY ARLENE GOTTFRIED @BlkTransArchive

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Tchinda Andrade is a Cabo Verdean trans woman and public figure known to be the first openly trans woman in the African nation’s nearly 600 year history. She’s so beloved in her community that her name itself has become a term for queer and trans Cabo Verdeans.

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A rare capture of activist and revolutionary Marsha P. Johnson, radiating her sweetest smile while adorned in a faux fur coat, exuding timeless beauty. Photo date is unknown, and credit is due to the talented photographer, whoever they may be. 📸

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[ rare photo of marsha p johnson wearing a white dress and a flower behind her and smiling the most beautiful smile ] date unknown to @BlkTransArchive . [ credit to photographer given. 📸 ]

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Baltimore, MD June 6, 1991: Marsha P. Johnson, a black trans and gay liberation activist 📸 ( low quality photo )

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LGBT activist Marsha P Johnson (wearing headband) & an unidentified woman in facepaint, on 7th Avenue South, between Grove and Christopher streets, at the second annual Stonewall anniversary march (Gay Liberation Day), later known as Gay Pride, New York, New York, June 27, 1971.

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here is rare in color photo of black trans icon marsha p johnson with beautiful flowers on her head and a stonewall sash photo📸 date unknown

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here are some rare pictures of Marsha p Johnson: 📸

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here is a photo of Marsha P Johnson wearing a colorful dress and a beautiful hat photo 📸 date mid 1980s

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[ rare photo of marsha p johnson by a rv van wearing all white and full of happiness and joy ] date unknown to @BlkTransArchive . [ credit to photographer given. 📸 ]

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In this rare photo, the iconic leader of the Stonewall riots and LGBT activist, Marsha P. Johnson, is peacefully asleep with her white Teddy Bear, resembling an angel. The heavenly image, with an unknown date, credit to the photographer and all parties involved. 📸

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Picture: Marsha P. Johnson, New York City, c. 1985. Photo c/o Randy Wicker. @BlkTransArchive

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Trans people have always been here. Trans women of color have always been here. Black trans women have always been here. The photographer of this photo (circa 1959) was Diane Arbus (March 14, 1923 – July 26, 1971) 📸

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Here is a rare photo of Marsha P. Johnson, a legendary Black trans woman and gay rights activist. Adorned with a stunning flower bouquet and radiating a magical essence, her smile is captivating. Photo date and photographer unknown. 📸

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here is a rare holiday photo of Marsha p Johnson photo date unknown to @BlkTransArchive . [ credit to photographer given. 📸 ]

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Rare photo of the iconic revolutionary and trans activist Marsha P. Johnson socializing donned in a stunning red dress complemented by beautiful red flowers atop her head. With vibrant red lipstick & a face fit for the gods, she accessorizes with a cute necklace Date & 📸 unknown

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Marsha P Johnson At 1982 Pride Parade American gay liberation activist Marsha P Johnson (1945 - 1992) (center, in dark sequined outfit), along with unidentified others, on the corner of Christopher Street and 7th Avenue during the Pride March Photo by Barbara Alper

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Happy #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackTransHistory

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A rare photo captures Marsha P. Johnson at an event, donning a dazzling blue bra paired with a pink sparkly skirt adorned with jewelry. Her iconic look includes stunning hair, adorned with flowers, and, of course, her radiant smile with a flawlessly beat face. Credit to 📸

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A rare, beautiful, and iconic photo of black trans activist and gay rights legend Marsha P. Johnson with an unknown person. The sign behind her reads, 'Stop AIDS Profiteering.' She was an advocate for fighting against AIDS in her time. Photo date is unknown and credit to 📸

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Marsha P Johnson loved animals here is a rare picture of her holding a dog Photo Date Unknown 📸

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A rare picture of Marsha Johnson surrounded by what she called her “children” 📸

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“No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” - Marsha P Johnson Rare Picture of Marsha P Johnson Photo Date Unknown 📸

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A rare picture of Marsha P Johnson with a bouquet of flowers on her head as fashionable as always 📸 1988

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Rare photo of gay rights activist and black trans woman icon Marsha P. Johnson with an unknown person. Like the text below: she saved up all her pennies for a year & gave it to a friend for Christmas. She was a unique, sweet, & iconic person. Photo date is unknown. Credit to 📸.

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Super rare collage featuring the iconic Black trans woman and gay rights advocate, Marsha P. Johnson. One photo shows her holding a dog with a radiant smile; another depicts her wearing beautiful flowers and a stunning faux coat. Credit to the photographer; date unknown. 📸

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Marsha P Johnson Looking as Fashionable as always wearing a iconic Hat. Photo 📸 Date Unknown

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a rare picture of a sleeping Marsha P Johnson With her Teddy Bear 📸 Date Unknown

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here is a rare beautiful picture of Marsha P Johnson Photo 📸 Date Unknown

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A rare photo featuring Maraha P. Johnson, an LGBT and gay rights activist, and legendary Black trans woman who led the Stonewall Riot. She's elegantly adorned in a unique outfit and striking headpiece, captured outside Raoul's, the renowned French restaurant in New York City. 📸

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here is a rare amazing picture of Marsha P Johnson Photo 📸 Date Unknown

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Marsha P Johnson At The 1982 Gay Pride March View of American gay liberation activist Marsha P Johnson (1945 - 1992) (left) during the Pride March (later the LGBT Pride March), New York, June 27, 1982. The masked marcher at right is unidentified. (Photo by Fred W. McDarrah/MUUS

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A Polaroid of Marsha P. Johnson with blonde hair, a headpiece made from Christmas lights, a fur coat, and colorful patterned scarves. At Randy Wicker's store Uplift Lighting, she's posing with another person a blue newsboy hat and brown jacket. #HappyHolidays

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Trans activists and icons Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera grace a pride event, with Marsha adorned in exquisite flowers and a stunning outfit, while Rivera elegantly wears a beautiful black dress. Date unknown; photographer credit provided. 📸

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[ a rare photo of marsha p johnson wearing a white wig ] date unknown to @BlkTransArchive .

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On #TransDayOfRemembrance , we pay tribute to those who have passed and passionately advocate for the living.

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Today is the 21st anniversary of Sylvia Rivera's death.

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A rare photo of Marsha P Johnson Looking beautiful as always Photo 📸Date Unknown

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I don't know what I am if I'm not a woman. - Marsha P. Johnson

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Rare photo of Marsha P. Johnson, the iconic black trans woman, & leader of the Stonewall uprising, captured at an event wearing a faux fur coat and mittens. She exudes stunning beauty in this image. The identity of the person beside her remains unknown. Credit to 📸 date unknown

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Tchinda was born 1979 on the island of São Vicente. In 1998, she came out at the age of 19 at Carnaval by joining the women’s marching group and was later approached by a journalist that evening, making her a local celebrity overnight. Soon, other TGNC people would follow act

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Tchinda’s openness led the way for the TGNC community of Cabo Verde to gain a voice and achieve a level of acceptance that those in many other African nations don't have. In an interview, she expressed a desire for support to expand to access to HRT, marriage, worker’s rights,etc

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A rare photo of Marsha P Johnson holding what she called her “children” Photo 📸Date Unknown

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A rare beautiful photo of Marsha P Johnson 📸 Photo Date Unknown

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Transgender activist and House of GG founder Miss Major Griffin-Gracy received the first ever Pioneer of the Year. Joining her at Black and Iconic Soiree was BET executive Tiyale Hayes (standing), who created the program promoting Black love, joy, power and pride. 📸 2024

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Here is a rare photo of Marsha P. Johnson, a legendary Black trans woman, gay rights activist, and leader of Stonewall. She's wearing a hat, beautiful earrings, and the most dazzling outfit. Photo date and photographer unknown. — 📸

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Tchinda and her loved ones were the focus of the 2015 film "Tchindas", dir. Pablo García de Lara, Marc Serena. The film explores them preparing for 2013 Carnaval and the day to day interactions amongst themselves and their surrounding community.

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Andy Warhol, (Marsha P. Johnson), Polaroid 1976 #TransDayOfVisibility

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Lucy Hicks Anderson: “I have lived, dressed, acted just what I am, a woman.” Photo late 1940s 📸 /Lucy later in life

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Rare glimpse into the home life of legendary black trans woman and gay rights activist Marsha P. Johnson. Here, she's captured with someone in a red-striped shirt, joyfully decorating a cake, adorned with her trademark beautiful smile. Photo date is unknown, and credit goes to 📸

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. @BET honored @immissmajor with Pioneer of the Year. Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a key figure in the 1969 Stonewall riots, advocates tirelessly for transgender rights, co-founding the TGI Justice Project. Her resilience and leadership make her a revered figure in trans rights.

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Being a drag queen and being transgender are not mutually exclusive. Individuals can identify as transgender while also participating in drag as a form of artistic expression or performance.

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#HappyPrideMonth #PrideMonth2023 Marsha P. Johnson (Left) and Sylvia Rivera (Right), Gay Pride Parade, New York City, 1973 Photo by Leonard Fink, Courtesy LGBT Community Center National History Archive

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Timeless photo📸 of Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera marching in Gay Pride Parade June 1973.

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“History isn't something you look back at and say it was inevitable. It happens because people make decisions that are sometimes very impulsive and of the moment, but those moments are cumulative realities.” - Marsha P Johnson Photo 📸 Date Unknown

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Another Rare photo of Marsha P Johnson wearing some fabulous things on her head Photo 📸 date unknown

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Marsha P. Johnson was a key figure in the Stonewall uprising and a proud Black trans woman. Let me repeat for those who may not understand: SHE WAS A BLACK TRANS WOMAN. Her significant contributions and her legacy cannot be undermined by any transphobic or racist commentary.

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Rare 📸 photo of Jackie Shane performing date unknown

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#DoYouKnow Jackie Shane here is some information on this black trans icon .

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A rare photo featuring the iconic LGBTQ+ activist and black trans woman, Marsha P. Johnson, in a kitchen with an unknown person dressed in all white, sporting a beautiful smile. The date of the photo is unknown, and credit is given to the photographer 📸 @BlkTransArchive

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Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a renowned black trans woman, gay rights activist, community organizer, author, and icon, captivates in a beautiful white dress. Her angelic presence is amplified as she holds a microphone. Photographer is unknown and the date is Unknown 📸

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Marsha went Xmas shopping at 5th Ave department stores with lights in her hair. Security guards followed her everywhere as she sampled perfume with her young friend..they even watched her closely in St Patricks to make sure she paid for any candle she lit. — photo 📸 date unknown

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The soul singer Jackie Shane between sets in Canada in Photo 📸 1967.

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Let’s get this account to 600! Also we love you all. 🏳️‍⚧️

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For the month of June, we will highlight black trans figures with informational graphics and rare pictures. We can’t wait to share all the wonders with you. Happy pride month to every black trans person, we love you and honor you!

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Jackie Shane September 1961, at the Holiday Tavern at Queen and Bathurst ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF NUMERO GROUP

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You’re not a woman!” I say, “I don’t know what I am if I’m not a woman. Marsha P. Johnson, Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR): Survival, Revolt, and Queer Antagonist Struggle

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I don't know what I am if I'm not a woman. - Marsha P. Johnson

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#DoYouKnow Lucy Hicks here is some information on her to learn about this icon.

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The soul singer Jackie Shane captivated audiences in the 1960s, then vanished from public life in 1971.

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[ Here is a rare photo of Marshal p Johnson with white makeup on and some glamorous christmas ornament earrings ] date unknown to @BlkTransArchive . [ credit to photographer given. 📸 ] Support us on @buymeacoffee

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I don't think you should be ashamed of anybody that you know that has AIDS. You should stand as close to them as you can and help them out as much as you can. I'm a strong believer in that and that's why I try to do that for everyone I know that has the virus. - Marsha P Johnson

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Ms. Shane was born in Nashville in 1940, and said she self-identified as a woman in a man’s body by the time she was 13.

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If you'd like to contribute funds to support the page and everyone working behind the scenes, kindly consider donating $3 or $5. Our Cash App details are provided in the attached screenshot. Let's reclaim our history and share our own stories — by us, for us.

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Flyer for Gigi's, a transgender safe space operated by Tenderloin AIDS Resource Center in San Francisco, managed by Miss Major in the 1990s. Photo 📸 courtesy of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy.

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The pharmaceutical company faces charges of profiteering from the AIDS crisis, reflecting a dark chapter in history when access to life-saving medications was hindered by corporate greed. 1/2

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A rare, beautiful, and iconic photo of black trans activist and gay rights legend Marsha P. Johnson with an unknown person. The sign behind her reads, 'Stop AIDS Profiteering.' She was an advocate for fighting against AIDS in her time. Photo date is unknown and credit to 📸

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Around 📸 1959, Jackie Shane arrived in Canada, where she wore wigs and makeup onstage and off

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[ "As long as my people don't have their rights across America, there's no reason for celebration." - Marsha P Johnson] ↓

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#DoYouKnow Sir Lady Java: Sir Lady Java has had many roles in our transgender history, and she is remembered as being an openly transgender exotic dancer, comedian, singer, actress, and civil rights activist. THREAD ⬇️

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We embrace showcasing the diverse facets of black trans individuals and icons, emphasizing our humanity and the multitude of dimensions that often go unnoticed. As complex beings, we possess various sides and stories.

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@BlkTransArchive i've only really seen Marsha dressed up. This is the first time I am seeing Marsha in a different look. Still the most beautiful smile I've seen!!!!

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We reached 600! Followers now Let’s get this account to 1k! Also we love you all so much. 🏳️‍⚧️

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On 8 December 2018, Patricio Manuel became the first openly transgender boxer to compete professionally. Photo 📸: Texas Isaiah/courtesy Patricio Manuel

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