Influential! Remarkable! Groundbreaking! Discover and celebrate the amazing stories and achievements of some of America's most inspiring artists, athletes, scholars, advocates and activists, political and civic leaders, entrepreneurs, physicians, educators, and more. Explore the vibrant experiences and vital roles of LGBTQ people in America! Honoring the history and the impact of LGBTQ people on the United States across a variety of fields, The LGBTQ Almanac: 500 Years of Queer Culture in American History is a fascinating mix of biographies, little-known or misunderstood historical facts, enlightening essays on significant legislation, and cultural changes. It features a large collection of 450 biographies of both celebrated and lesser-known influencers in the community, such as . Julie Dorf , Human Rights Activist Ruth Ellis , Entrepreneur Cecilia Gentili and Shirley Willer , Activists Lucy Diggs Slowe , Educator, Athlete Brandan Robertson , Religious leader Jasper Johns , Painter, Graphic Artist John Waters , Director Nathan Lane , Actor RuPaul , Entertainer, Television Host Ben Barres , Neurobiologist William Masters and Virginia Johnson , Scientists, Sexologists Tammy Baldwin , Senator Pete Buttigieg , Secretary of Transportation Sarah McBride , Congresswoman Phyllis Frye , Lawyer, Judge James Hormel , Business Executive, Diplomat James Baldwin , Writer, Activist Beth Ford , President and CEO, Land O'Lakes, Inc. Eric Fanning , Secretary of the Army Helen G. James , Airman Second Class Megan Rapinoe , Soccer Player Brittney Griner , WNBA Basketball Player Lia Thomas , Swimmer And many, many more! Celebrating Queer history and achievements, The LGBTQ Almanac is a unique and valuable resource. This fascinating read is devoted to illustrating the moving and often lost history of LGBTQ people in business, politics, the military, art, entertainment, sports, media, religion, science, and across America life and throughout its history. Commemorating and honoring Queer achievements, honors, and influence, this important book brings to light all there is to admire and discover about LGBTQ Americans! Numerous photographs and illustrations, a helpful bibliography, and an extensive index add to its usefulness.