The significance of the 1969 Stonewall Riots lies in their role as a catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement in the United States. Sparked by a police raid at the Stonewall Inn in New York City, the residents—primarily LGBTQ+ individuals—resisted arrest, sparking several days of demonstrations against systemic discrimination and violence. The riots catalyzed the formation of advocacy groups such as the Gay Liberation Front and led to the first Pride marches in 1970. Stonewall symbolizes the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, promoting visibility and rights, and is now celebrated annually as Pride Month, honoring the continued struggle for equality.