jfid – San Diego, a city perhaps less known compared to San Francisco or Los Angeles in terms of the LGBTQ+ community.
has a long history in the struggle for the rights and well-being of sexual and gender minorities in the United States.
Despite being recognized as a safe and friendly place for LGBTQ+ individuals from various backgrounds, San Diego has also faced criticism, especially from a religious perspective.
Due to its close ties with the United States military since World War II, many gay and lesbian individuals from small towns facing discrimination gathered in San Diego to join the war effort.
However, over time, San Diego evolved into a hub for the LGBTQ+ community, with more than 135 gay bars opening since 1945.
