As a 62 year old gay man, I wept deeply watching. I’m a rare survivor of the plague that took my brother and nearly all my friends. A tribute that no matter what happens to us, we will not be denied. I survived I m sure so that our story of suffering , violations, hate and oppression is never forgotten. Thank you so much for this great collection, clear indication, you can beat us, You can hate us, you can try to objectify, subjectify, but you’ll never stop the essence of this life which is called love.
@famousgraves6817
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother. Xo
@njroselee4253
2 жыл бұрын
As a 62 year old gay woman, I too lost so many gay male friends in Toronto. It was a frightening time.
@ms.martiegallego8834
Жыл бұрын
I'm a 71 year old TRANS LADY, and I lost my Brother and three Cousins to the AIDS PANDEMIC !! I Was touched as All of Us were. I Personally don't know anyone that wasn't one way or another !! I learned so much about Life. As Human children learn of life from their parents, first, I do know that the hate of another is taught ! There is a small, but oh so significant song in the Rodgers and Hammerstein Musical," South Pacific" , dealing with prejudice, and how children are taught to hate, also in the Broadway Musical, ," Into The Woods," the song Children Will Listen, deals with the fact that our little ones learn from the words that come out of the adults mouths, so be aware of what You say!! I also learned that LOVE never dies! It like the Spirit, goes on !! I'm sending You Love ! !
@ivorwm2291
Жыл бұрын
I'm 67 and I feel like one of the dinosaurs in Fantasia searching for water. I've now survived another plague. I won't let our group be forgotten. Seeing this made me cry. My friends and I had planned to be together at this time if life. I'm the only one left
@EnriqueSantana-sc3ej
6 ай бұрын
Wonderful, Bro. God bless you. ❤
@eugeniomingione925
4 жыл бұрын
I can't help crying if I think about how many life stories we leave behind. How much beauty how much suffering has dissolved and now faded over time. Those smiles, those faces, those hands, how much life how many loves and then everything ends, everything passes by leaving us alone ... terribly alone.
@boozie5886
2 жыл бұрын
God is Forever; however!
@stevetutty2818
2 жыл бұрын
@@boozie5886 what fantasy world you live in!
@patrickryan1515
Жыл бұрын
My thoughts which at the moment I wasn't quite able to put into words, but you did -- admirably so.
@GeorgeStar
Жыл бұрын
@@boozie5886 In your delusional mind.
@CJBlanda
6 жыл бұрын
all lived at one time, all had memories, all tasted the wine, all had feelings, all lived a dream.
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
C.J. Blanda...and all survived and succeeded in life despite all the obstacles against them...
@ceciliacalderon4028
3 жыл бұрын
Maravillosa muy hermosa ,es la mejor version ,es muy relajante escucharla
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Perfectly said CJ
@juveline8162
3 жыл бұрын
Whats the song name
@1252jose
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice love yours words
@davidsavident7518
Жыл бұрын
As a gay man who came out 6 years ago at the age of 62 the pictures made me tearful. I lost my youth and prime in hiding. These guys had to too. It demonstrates that love will always win
@williammials6080
Жыл бұрын
I feel you @73
@justpassingby4796
4 жыл бұрын
To all the gays, I am valid, you are valid, we are valid. We deserve to love and be loved.
@treadlightlyorelse849
5 жыл бұрын
My god gay men have been serving in the military for decades, it is quite a shame that it took so long for them to serve openly.
@charlesmanson2622
4 жыл бұрын
its only been a few years since don't ask don't tell which is extremely offensive
@richardhastings6082
4 жыл бұрын
For decades? Try millenia!
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Yes......very sad
@machoman6969
3 ай бұрын
I can't think of a worse fate than forced serving in the military for a country that refuses to give one basic rights.
@pandauk2538
5 жыл бұрын
My grandma told me about a gay couple that lived in her village growing up during the 40's and 50's in the English countryside she said they both were accepted by the community and were well known and liked I thought it sounded really sweet that we still found love in hard times and it's the only time iv heard my grandma talk about a gay couple like that I didn't even think she got the concept of it her being nearly a 100 years old it came up because i was curious about what she would say if i asked her would she come to my wedding if I ever got married to a man and she said yes which actually surprised me being the oldest person in our family and the last of her 12 siblings.
@jamesrobiscoe1174
Жыл бұрын
Wow, Panda! Bouquets to you and Grandmother! It's a natural fact: We can't love anyone if we don't love ourselves. And when we love ourselves, we're free to love those who come into our lives, no matter the gender or circumstances. "Love" isn't a thing; it's a synergy.
@ak5659
4 ай бұрын
I can't explain it but my Greatest Generation grandparents were way more open-minded and pragmatic than my Silent Generation parents.
@montgomb3
5 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful. I just wish I could be open and not be ashamed of who I really am.
@famousgraves6817
5 жыл бұрын
I hope you can too one day.
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Hello........you can.....its a process
@solinpookie69
3 жыл бұрын
...you can do it, Sweetheart!!...no, it probably won't be that easy, but always know that you have an LGBTQ Community that is more than ready to love and support you!!...best wishes, Sweetie!!....
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
If you need someone to talk to here I am. Juancarloscubano2015@gmail.com
@bayou_redneck
2 жыл бұрын
it took me a long time … but I did it … my only regret is that I waited far too long … I’m free and happy today
@stevostevo202
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. Thank you for reminding us that we are not alone. Thank you for showing that we have been here for centuries. But, most of all, thank you for showing us all what love really looks like. This is wonderful.
@VANE-kr3bz
3 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍
@bronzemen34
5 жыл бұрын
Im not gay but I have many gay FRIENDS and I love them dearly :) :) - this was extremely beautiful and captivating :) - I feel sadness that most of these men had to hide their own sexuality......I leave with a open mind and open heart and wish nothing but blessings to those who seek TRUE LOVE regardless of gender.......This made me see things differently in a whole new light :) thankyou COOPER :)
@vivianothunyani3193
6 жыл бұрын
Many men in Southern Africa where I live just now hold hands or have their arms over their friends shoulder or round the waist while walking in the street. It is not frawned upon here. What is frawned upon is heterosexual couples doing the same. Gay couples have wonderful times here cos nobody knows they are gay or not. I hope it stays that way forever.
@DD-ih7wn
4 жыл бұрын
I'm curious to know to which Southern African countries you refer to in your post?
@user-qx3vj5io7l
3 жыл бұрын
what OP means is that some countries do not frown upon male friends being touchy (unlike the west). these countries are still homophobic though. But gays can happily cuddle openly without being suspected of being homosexual (while men and women can't) because people assume they're friends. this is true in South Asian countries too.
@johig4378
3 жыл бұрын
So please tell me what you think of the online article titled “SA's homophobia report card: Great in theory, horrible in practice” 20 March 2019 By Tanya Farber
@princepeterwolf
5 жыл бұрын
You can tell how much they loved each other in every single one if those pictures
@williammials6080
Жыл бұрын
Yes! To bad they had to hide their love!
@ismailmeziani9965
4 жыл бұрын
Despite Gay men being oppressed in the past and I'm sure some still are, probably not from the general public but from one's families or friends, especially when you're a muslim but I am happy because I can feel the happiness in every couple depicted in theses pictures shown in this video and that's what really counts. I would give the gold of the world just to have a short moment of happiness like these men experienced. Thanks for sharing!
@sergiovo5081
6 жыл бұрын
It's important to love, everything else is nonsense.
@midnightmilkman1
5 жыл бұрын
Simply Beautiful either way, just showing men being kind and loving towards eachother is good enough for me
@mscott3918
5 жыл бұрын
The old concept of romantic friendship seems to have been taken over by the idea that if two people of either sex show tenderness towards each other, then they must be lovers. I think we lose something special then.
@harperwelch5147
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Well said. Sometimes there are films or photos that require lots of words to express meaning. But not always.
@everydaykiva6377
6 жыл бұрын
Those faces made me cry. So sweet, old and young. It's painful to think how fear must have played into moments that should've been spent living instead of hiding from the world. No love is ever wasted, but our world is poorer for not knowing the backstories of these men. Some of the most precious love stories of all time may belong to some of the couples photographed. May happily ever after be theirs. Thanks for posting.
@gintechusa
4 жыл бұрын
It makes me smile and tear up to see the love... And the heartache. I am out and proud, but they never had the chance. Women could almost get away with it, some did, but men were forced to hide. Thank you for sharing this with the world! (and to the people who think they are brothers or related, a thousand times no, most are in heterosexual "family" poses, man on knee instead of wife which is quite intimate for the time, the woman usually sat with husband standing close) Thank you again for showing my Gay Brothers. Your Sister salutes you! (I hope you all met up in heaven) ❤️
@MaiNguyen-ck4br
2 жыл бұрын
Home was really common between men in the past in Japan gay sex even is a traditional of samurai
@seanmeisner3190
6 жыл бұрын
While some of these images are clearly showing couples, I still feel sad that men can't touch or express friendship and affection without automatically being put in a "gay" bag. And people wonder why men are so skittish about showing affection...
@johannarocho3040
5 жыл бұрын
So true Mr. Soul
@heru-deshet359
5 жыл бұрын
Gay activists always convolute these photos.
@k.oRocky
5 жыл бұрын
Mr. Soul '69 a lot of these men have gay fashion sense as well but I guess
@k.oRocky
5 жыл бұрын
Gina G 💤 😴
@rustyalcorta3643
5 жыл бұрын
Only in America....
@lizlem4739
5 жыл бұрын
Very interesting how so many people are focused on who is gay or who is a friend or who is a brother. I love these photos! How refreshing it is to see men being affectionate with each other. I imagine that at the time it was a great risk to take photos like this. I bless the men who had the courage to have their affection captured on film.
@JustAnotherGoddess52
5 жыл бұрын
Why no mention of this BEAUTIFUL music? Who is singing? That made the slide show SO much better!
@robertpace901
5 жыл бұрын
I think it's Bette Midler in the first song and one of the Gay Men's Choruses doing The Man I Love
@waynejones750
3 жыл бұрын
Bette Middler.
@LisaKuhle
3 жыл бұрын
This is Leann rhimes singing Bette Miller’s song.
@douglasoctet5366
3 жыл бұрын
the chorus is the singing the chorale 'lo how a rose ere blooming'.
@PKStefanini
5 жыл бұрын
This brought me to tears. These viable human beings are born gay. They don't just wake up and decide to be gay. Society still has a long way to go before they are truly accepted. It is so sad and I pray they find an enduring place in the world free of stigma.
@harperwelch5147
3 жыл бұрын
We've always been here. Celebrating love, and life, shamelessly enjoying the company of others, being silly and sincere, simple and very complex, and always being beautiful as we do it.
@renastone1270
4 жыл бұрын
I'm just sorry I didn't find this video sooner. This is the most beautiful thing I've seen in a long time.
@MsSoundguy
6 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful, Cooper Cooper. Thank you so much for finding the pictures and editing this. To paraphrase Leonard Matlovich: "They gave me medals for killing two men and a discharge for loving one."
@merrilldellas550
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful and moving photos. A piece of history we rarely hear about or see. Thanks for sharing, truly moving!
@jackf1841
3 жыл бұрын
It was. It is. Just love. Nothing more, nothing less. Why are some so afraid of it? It's the most beautiful thing we humans have.
@jayyoung4534
4 жыл бұрын
May I express my deep appreciation for what I just saw. How wonderful, in the fullest sense of the word.
@Cebu4216
6 жыл бұрын
This is a beautiful, beautiful collection. Thank you for putting these vintage pictures together.
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
Oscar...it left me speechless...I will re-visit this video often...it is heart-wrenching and up-lifting at the same time...
@luisdvaldez2979
5 жыл бұрын
Some guys are obviously gay here. But some, it was just the way they posed those years. All depends from where in the world You are watching this. In some countries, men still hug like that, and some close friends even hold hands for a moment. And obviously Not the USA vew.
@uggelebuschele4570
4 жыл бұрын
Luis D Valdez That’s what I was thinking.
@VagoniusThicket
4 жыл бұрын
In Eastern Europe it is common practice for men to hug and even kiss. Nothing to do with gay ! 💩🤦🏻♂️
@1aikane
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I would love to know these mens' stories. I hope they loved each other and found some happiness in whatever time period they lived in.
@juneltadeo6790
6 жыл бұрын
I can feel the raw, yet genuine affection they are portraying on each picture. I can feel so much emotions, like, “God, they’re so cute on each single picture, the way they kiss and hold each others hand, they don’t have any regrets doing that” so much love ❤️
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
jhune...so true...only a dead person wouldn't feel their emotions...
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Perfectly said
@russellbogrett605
5 жыл бұрын
Just proves no one will ever hold us back! Love is love!
@famousgraves6817
5 жыл бұрын
Damn right
@thomasredman3777
6 жыл бұрын
The combination of "Lo, How A Rose" and "The Rose" is pure genius...the adding the photos is a presentation of true love. I hope for more video like this.
@echo415
6 жыл бұрын
Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles featuring LeeAnne Rimes. kzitem.info/news/bejne/sId_yYeZgJpef4o
@jasonrichards2844
5 жыл бұрын
Back in those days, men were more physically affectionate with each other in all sorts of ways. There was no identity politics like today, and so men were more free to be affectionate with each other.
@shrekyou4040
5 жыл бұрын
Bullshit they were bitten to death.
@VagoniusThicket
4 жыл бұрын
Shrek You ??? What ? 🤪
@NWG1961
4 жыл бұрын
What are you really saying? Whatever it is I don't think you are really correct.
@basicbodybuilding
3 жыл бұрын
Find that hard to believe, husbands weren't even affectionate towards their wives yet dudes were holding hands with their male buddies and sitting on their laps back then?
@KittyKat-vb1nd
3 жыл бұрын
People now are so bloody uptight and all about their feelings. I imagine many of these men would detest the current social climate.
@jal5240
5 жыл бұрын
The courage those guys had to reveal, even by photos, their sexual condition is remarkable ! Truly heroes of their time, examples for today's life and people who hide their love. Congrats for posting !
@onyx6411
4 жыл бұрын
im gay and im proud of myself
@izokay2beewite671
5 жыл бұрын
I find this sad and beautiful. Love always finds a way.
@jamesfitzhugh9856
6 жыл бұрын
There were room mates, of course, the bachelor uncles but you never heard the word boyfriends and one would never, ever say that so and so had a boyfriend instead of girlfriend. Stories were made up in many cases to protect such men.
@lucasmetzler
5 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Some had "a friend"... Or, at most, a "special friend".
@rustyalcorta3643
5 жыл бұрын
We used to say Best Friends in school in the 60s
@moushka2692
4 жыл бұрын
What an extraordinary collection! I don’t know if all the pictures are of gay couples or not, but I know that the overall collection inspired in me an overwhelming feeling of tenderness and sadness. It’s appalling to think that many of these men could have been jailed for falling in love with someone of the “wrong” sex. It must have taken great courage to have their photos taken in such intimate poses. I can’t imagine what pain LGBT people live with, hopefully much less today than in the past, but it must have been devastating before laws were changed. I don’t believe we get to choose our sexuality. It comes with us like our eye and hair colour. Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures.
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
Tears my soul in 2 every time...so beautiful, so poignant, so real...my heart goes out to these souls every time...I cannot even imagine what they had to endure in their lives moment by moment to survive and love another day in secret...so incredible!!! Thank you
@vladimiersy9760
6 жыл бұрын
This really makes me feel happy for who i am..this really touches my soul!💋💗💞
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
We are so bless to be living today
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Me too
@sronthejourney5225
6 жыл бұрын
FOR those who have commented below. It is still a great treasure of photos, and yes not all are gay. but all seem happy to be in each others company, these men are long gone, But why not just say great, Love is what love is and compassion is love for every one, I hope they are resting now no longer having to worry who or why they were hated. Peace;;;;;;;;;;
@carolynhaney3888
4 жыл бұрын
Why do you think they were shunned. Have you ever read KJV? We can't change what was written by the apostles and great men of God. I never mistreat anyone who believes differently than me.
@j.louisv.123
6 жыл бұрын
Many of these photo's are of brother's and/or family and not actual photo's of gay love, or straight men being affectionate friends because back than it was ok to show physical affection with another straight man.
@wallybeep
5 жыл бұрын
Joe Ramos You are delusional.
@williamcruz3721
5 жыл бұрын
You so ignorant
@sparx180
5 жыл бұрын
Joe Vasquez Most of these photos are not of gay men!
@travelingpair1998
5 жыл бұрын
Many look as you mention
@moonflick
5 жыл бұрын
I'm a gay man and I hope most of these are actually other gay men, but I have to agree; I think many of these are pictures of brothers or others simply showing fraternal affection in a simpler time.
@yviwinchester814
5 жыл бұрын
Those days just as now'a days, gay guys are mostly the hottest and most handsome guys! Ain't they?
@benab5912
5 жыл бұрын
Right 💁🏾♀️
@jmnny85
3 жыл бұрын
This is so sweet, beautiful 💕😍🥰🌈 some of them were probably refered to as long time companions,or confirmed bachelors, it's sad to think of all the self hate so many gay men had and have, how many killed themselves,or ended up in unfulfilling marriages with women. It's great to see this represent how in another time gay men were able to express their true selves and find love and seek happiness 👍🙂
@jamesmcinnis208
6 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the spirit of this video, Cooper Cooper, but I wonder if many of these photos are of men simply showing affection for each other with no sexual intent. It used to be OK to do that.
5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same. Some of these photos seem to prove that.
@ras613pa
5 жыл бұрын
This issue always seems to be brought up - Yeh, I get it - But, do we ask ourselves whether older photos of affection between men and women might be "just friendship"?
@mannfan12
5 жыл бұрын
I think it is reasonable to think that some of these are of two lovers and some are of just platonic friends. However, without the back story it is all speculation. But one thing is certain - a picture of two men in a loving embrace or physically touching in a loving way is a beautiful picture.
@sharondiane227
5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing.. esp where some of the men were positioned close, but not necessarily in an intimate position..if that makes sense.. still kinda interesting..
@luigiortado3690
4 жыл бұрын
TRUE I THINK AS FOR THE AEREA IT WAS MORE LIKE GREAT MATES FROM THE WAR
@Miss_Wonderful1
6 жыл бұрын
Wonderful selection of pictures. Some couples might not be gay, but it's interesting to see how a display of affection between men - maybe close friends - was not frowned upon as it is now.
@Lengsel7
6 жыл бұрын
Exactly. It's quite presumptuous to well, presume these are all gay. People were just more affectionate back then....or, just joking around.
@Lengsel7
6 жыл бұрын
B.A.R. ...Brad's Always Right.
@johniovine1512
6 жыл бұрын
how doo u know theyt were not frowned upon then worse than now since i heard they never could be open about it at all it meant losing popularity among the straights completely and plenty of frowning im sure
@Miss_Wonderful1
6 жыл бұрын
John Iovine I assume you are referring to my comment and, if not, I apologize. I mentioned display of affection (like draping an arm around or leaning one's head on a friend shoulder, or two gents walking arm in arm while discussing business), not being open about a love story. You're right; I guess being open about a love story would have been even unthinkable back in the day.
@johniovine1512
6 жыл бұрын
yes of course america has a lot of macho men who woouoldnt dare kiss that would mean something is wrong with them,. lol i understand what ur saying i have relatives in italy men not only kiss on the cheelk they kiss another man on both cheeks cause they say we hgve two siodes tp pir faces ;p; sprru fpr tje nad tu[omg o, mpt tje nest at ot fpr sure
@sronthejourney5225
6 жыл бұрын
Can you imagine the courage it took in the day for these men to have the photo taken given what would have happened to them,, yet we still harbour bigotry of every kind within our hearts.. This was great, how did you manage to find this treasure
@rustyalcorta3643
5 жыл бұрын
No it didn't take courage that's the way it was even before the Stonewall Riots my boyfriend and I were godbrothers (his parents were my godparents) and we were very affectionate and kissed cheeks all the time and sometimes on the lips....it was after the Stonewall Riots that my classmates and others began to ask if we were homosexual or gay....our straight friends defended us.....
@hsltr1
5 жыл бұрын
I loved these pictures ,two men showing affection for each other, some of them military men who most likely died in horrendous circumstances but had a little time to love each other ,how beautiful they were and l smiled with them all through the 7.28 minutes
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
These poignant and timeless photos capture the essence that existed (even if for a short time) when 2 souls cross paths in life and for reasons we may never understand, are drawn together, despite all the obstacles societies have thrown in their path...very gripping and soul-provoking...you cannot look at these photos and not wonder what their lives were like and sadly how much the pain they endured for being different and daring to care for and to love another...thank you for compiling these little glimpses into their lives...many were remembered for a a very long time and these photos remind us they really did exist...thanks again...very touching. The thought that many of these photos were hidden for decades and longer tells us how much they were at risk from the wrath of those who would not allow them to be...unforgettable. I hope they look down on us today and smile...all they ever wanted was to matter to another...thanks.
@rondouglas2625
6 жыл бұрын
Gay men have been on this earth since the beginning of time. How brave these early pioneers must have been knowing they could end up in prison or worse. This is still the case today in much of the Muslim world so I want to say to my Muslim brothers to keep the faith and know that we are on your side support you...
@Rage_Harder_Then_Relax
6 жыл бұрын
^ Hey idiot...He was talking about the GAY MUSLIMS...Which part of that sentence did you not get? I suggest the whole thing!
@sbgirl4371
5 жыл бұрын
"gay men were the most oppressed group in history" Really? As a disabled person I respectfully disagree.
@gummygurl4249
4 жыл бұрын
Lol so true
@siyaciaraamandaperez
4 жыл бұрын
SektundSchnee I’m Mexican 🇲🇽 we don’t allow that sorry but today they wanna be gays 11-12-19
@normadesmond6017
4 жыл бұрын
People can sadly enough be oppressed for all kind of reasons. Beeing gay or disabled or just two of them.
@Hafstralos
4 жыл бұрын
I thought that was a stupid statement also.
@lapulardareal
4 жыл бұрын
El grupo más oprimido han sido las mujeres
@Alex-zc8ds
4 жыл бұрын
love sees no gender no age and no race ♥️♥️♥️
@bennomedina-quinsella4763
6 жыл бұрын
Whenever I return to watch this video I am reminded of very basic truths that can so easily exist between men...they know so well how to care for each other, to instinctively protect each other and to love each other so easily despite all the obstacles that surround and constantly threaten their very existence...there really aren't words to describe the time and space that these men shared...my heart breaks with happiness for the love they shared so vulnerably...thank you.
@elizabethdubon1946
4 жыл бұрын
UN SER HUMANO NO SE MIDE POR SU PREFERENCIA SEXUAL SINO POR SU CALIDAD HUMANA
@kimmyhawk5466
6 жыл бұрын
As I've never been gay myself, and as far as I know at 49 yrs. old No one has been gay in my family.. Doesn't matter to me.. Love is love! Do what you feel in your heart..
@joeysanderford9731
5 жыл бұрын
Kimmy Hawk your heat is “wicked above all else”. Never follow your heart. Follow Christ
@joeysanderford9731
5 жыл бұрын
farmertoad75 alister was a child of Satan
@richardbenitez7803
5 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen most of these pics here and there over past 20 years. Good to see.
@Automedon2
6 жыл бұрын
Those aren't necessarily gay pictures. American men are very paranoid about appearing to do anything remotely gay looking but it's not uncommon for men in other countries to show affection towards one another even when they are heterosexual. A lot of them, too from physical resemblance were brothers.
@jcjackson4446
5 жыл бұрын
These were no doubt hidden photos. Taken developed and hidden away. Discovered by accident or only after death. But these are definitely photos of gay men.
@LovelyLemonLife
5 жыл бұрын
Jc Jackson ...nope. One of them is from a civil war book and is of 5 brothers...
@valerycole16
5 жыл бұрын
I agree
@jabjab4434
3 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter and needs no explanation of gayness or otherwise. The love and friendships shown in these photos is all that matters .
@krisdoan2256
2 жыл бұрын
I love gay men and wish I could have more of them as friends. As a 67 year old woman who prefers gay men over straight, I wish one of my best friends who was gay was still alive I loved him so!!! These photos and other collection like these make me happy and sad at the same time. Thank you!!!
@chrisedmunds9272
5 жыл бұрын
As indicated below, likely not all are gay men, but the same writer wrote that such expression was often found in old photographs. That speaks volumes. There was far less concern about being socially or politically "correct". Love was a heartfelt expression. What does it matter if some are gay, in a relationship with each other or simply expressing platonic feelings? Love is love. Thank you for this wonderful montage. Live love......it is a blessing in any guise.
@nickdavidelijah
6 жыл бұрын
completely agree with the first line about gays being the most oppressed people in history. every country, skin colour, religion, sex, you name it theyve hated us. but theyll never win. gays are also the strongest people on earth
@famousgraves6817
6 жыл бұрын
nickdavidelijah You are absolutely correct. I love the way your mind works. Xo
@scarpien
6 жыл бұрын
Of course 'they' will never win. How can they when it is 'they' who give birth to gays.
@LovettbalngoodsLLC
6 жыл бұрын
nickdavidelijah 😔
@Paulie-276
5 жыл бұрын
@Ile Adura You only get one life best make the most of it x ps why you watching gay movies ?
@Paulie-276
5 жыл бұрын
@Ile Adura Maybe you should stay away from gay vids then an keep your antiquated opinions to yourself . you obviously have an unhealthy interest in homosexual activities , i suggest you seek help .
@mariamieves2570
6 жыл бұрын
Not All gay, some just good friends horsing Around.
@kevinlewis3898
5 жыл бұрын
Mostly Gay
@jemimahkendall6579
5 жыл бұрын
All gay
@Seekyourtruth777
5 жыл бұрын
Gay gay gay 👏👏👏
@lordpentagram3902
5 жыл бұрын
I dunno lot of his nuts on his nuts..4:22
@user-og7mk7tw2r
5 жыл бұрын
What a load of💩
@SWLinPHX
6 жыл бұрын
I love really old photographs but I have to admit there’s something haunting about them too. I don’t know if anyone knows what I mean. Just thinking about the times they lived in or how medicine was so primitive and rights were limited and technology was scarce. I think of the hardships of life back then.
@candicechristian7344
6 жыл бұрын
SWLinPHX ... I agree exactly
@neilweston9268
6 жыл бұрын
These pictures must have been so dangerous...hidden away... like treasures
@popazz1
6 жыл бұрын
SWLinPHX ... Spot on, well said.
@erysnorman27phils91
6 жыл бұрын
But there’s more thrill and love in their times were pure. I also love old photos like these.
@2003garyb
6 жыл бұрын
I agree completely, hauntingly beautiful, sometimes tragic, but lovingly saved.
@michaelbracey5750
5 жыл бұрын
This isn't "gay history". These largely are photographs of genuine heterosexual male affection before it became taboo. Sad that it died. That lack has harmed us.
@famousgraves6817
5 жыл бұрын
I believe the pics are gay and straight etc
@rubberducky2926
5 жыл бұрын
You are right.. They are brothers, relatives and friends and not gay!
@mannfan12
5 жыл бұрын
@@rubberducky2926 Go back and look at the video again. There are some who are mouth-on-mouth kissing. Brothers, relatives, friends? Not likely. I believe these pics are of both gay and straight men.
@rubberducky2926
5 жыл бұрын
@@beavis4882 that's what happens when you crave & practise certain sexual practice to often! You get greedy and your mind is in the gutter just like yours!
@beavis4882
5 жыл бұрын
@@rubberducky2926 How is my mind in the gutter? I'm making fun of you idiots for trying to say that intense contact is just "brotherly" fun. you're the weirdo!
@hebajamal3073
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful pictures. I, too, thought with certain pictures they may have been best friends instead of lovers; but hands on legs, and hand holding isn't something male friends usually do. What did hit me is how brave they were taking these pictures, especially because of the backlash that could have come as a result. And wondered who took the pictures and what they thought? Were they open-minded... seeing the beauty of the moment and the love shared between two human beings regardless of gender. I would like to think so. Thank you for sharing these beautiful moments with us.
Yes, perhaps all these guys were not gay but most were. The ones that are the most romantic looking are truly gay. And yes, our people have been terribly abused over hundreds of years. Thank you so much for this video.
@famousgraves6817
6 жыл бұрын
strafrag1 great response. Thank you
@TheVeek192
6 жыл бұрын
"but most were." You're saying "most" is based on what? Did you know "most" of them?
@jerryvandeford7321
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, even if all men photo graphed were not gay, it o s Great to see men show love for one another as straight/platonic or romantic. I cried the first time I saw two men dancing together as one , totally in love with each other and in sync with each other. From someone whose family has disowned him for being true to who he is by the Grace of God after many years of living a lie a
@ScorpDaddy
5 жыл бұрын
strafrag1 “our people?”
@tashasmith6179
5 жыл бұрын
I just don't think that all of these men are gay. I feel like they must be brothers, very close friends or a very close family member.
@rogerpropes7129
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly, and in the 19th century people were illiterate and never heard the words 'homosexual' or 'gay' and didn't know it existed. Also they did it with farm animals and thought nothing about it.
@lesliegalert3823
4 жыл бұрын
OR IS IT YOU JUST DONT ACCEPT GAY MEN EXIST.... brothers , sat on each others lap.!! ? get real girl. !!!
@PeterShieldsukcatstripey
4 жыл бұрын
yes not all of them. men were good mates and showed affection.
@ethan.000
4 жыл бұрын
Leslie Galert In the time these pictures were taken, it was quite normal for family members to sit on each other's lap because the camera could not get a wide shot, and for it to be sharp they had to be close to the people.
@kunoichihawaii146
4 жыл бұрын
3:00 Holy Sailor!!!😍
@stephenvinson6474
2 жыл бұрын
WE EXIST! Our love FOR EACH other including Sexual attraction ..EXISTS ...despite all the efforts to disavow it by those who want to deny us. OUR LOVE IS HOLY! I am 73 now and have some perspective....these photos validate what I needed to KNOW when I first realized me! We must remember the word "gay" had not become ours then. But that didn't matter.
@johngolden891
Жыл бұрын
Your beautifully edited collection of photos of gay couples with the reverentially joyous musical accompaniment has provided a wonderful platform that nobly celebrates the love between men. Do you suppose that any of these couples could have anticipated that a century after these images were taken, tens of thousands of bi and gay men would identify with their love and regard them as their spiritual ancestors?
@cherylholmes8677
5 жыл бұрын
Who's to say, some of these pictures might be of brothers or family...
@tabansiobialo8881
5 жыл бұрын
Cheryl Holmes It doesn’t matter to those who want to further the gay agenda, any image can be misrepresented to they’re advantage.
@Maliceah
5 жыл бұрын
Each one had a noticeable affectionate interplay. Hand on thigh, hand on waist, etc. Brothers don't hold each other like that.
@ethelnewberry151
5 жыл бұрын
Cheryl Holmes: Unless of course they have been engaged in incest...That happens too, more than you may know, every single day and night.
@mitzispicergilliam5927
5 жыл бұрын
does it matter
@darbyzworld
5 жыл бұрын
@@ethelnewberry151 You need a serious education missy. Poor, sad, bitter, misguided moron. . . .
@chadpayne4565
6 жыл бұрын
A great celebration of love between men whether they are straight or gay. Incredibly moving. Thanks so much
@DJVirgoNeun1
5 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie. It's vids like this and pics like these men that remind me never to run away from who I am. Better off a happy, proud old queen than a lonely bitter fool
@famousgraves6817
5 жыл бұрын
Good for you!
@DJVirgoNeun1
5 жыл бұрын
@@famousgraves6817 Thanks!
@rustyalcorta3643
5 жыл бұрын
You got that right sister...
@janw.6762
5 жыл бұрын
Friendship affection was more physically expressive in past generations than it is now, and many are soldiers and anyone who knows what they go through in combat knows the deep, lifelong bond that they develop and share. As for the kissing gents, there's no denying them.
@harlandted
4 жыл бұрын
Great compilation. Thank you. I’ve seen some photos that were tastefully colorized that made the persons jaw dropping real, as if you are looking at a current person. Thank you so much for your excellent production.
@candycandy900
5 жыл бұрын
Hermosas fotos, cuántas historias habrás detrás de ellas y cuánto amor reflejan.
@chiaradalessandro1281
4 жыл бұрын
Many of them were probably just friends or brothers or something but.....the cuteness is overwhelming
@johnwilson6971
6 жыл бұрын
It's easy to feel alone, but keep looking at this and so many are not just lonely but need food clothes a doctor and perhaps somewhere to live. We are lucky just to feel alone. But a smile to anyone brings love to one Its worked for me. Xxxx
@johnwilson6971
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Hope people will take notice. Love you all John xxxx
@nealtreadwell5830
3 жыл бұрын
Great video of Gay History and Vintage photos. Six of the photos from the Nini-Treadwell Collection and four are in the new book LOVING A Photographic History, showing 327 vintage photos from the 1850s - 1950s.
@Desertb420
5 жыл бұрын
I like to think there all gay,but some look just friendly poses,playing around,or family.There still classy lookin men.
@ajidarmaaryadanu4945
5 жыл бұрын
Desert Bloomz I agree with you, Sis. Not all the photos is gay. Kinda like any friends, take in the picture with friendly physically contact. It was natural. Yes some look alike gay things, but not all of the pictures.
@jmitterii2
4 жыл бұрын
I was picking which ones weren't gay.... sitting on laps and kissing and in interesting positions: GAY! The others holding hands are just arms around each other... could be brothers or really good friends. Walking Arm in arm among older people is still normal in many places in Europe. I'm not sure if it is today still or if it hints at a relationship or not. In the US it's absolutely considered gay since at least the 50's. Arm over the shoulders though isn't. Funny little customs we come up with.
@TheLeoLitCentral
6 жыл бұрын
Look at their body language, it communicates and professes their love for one and the other. Look at the expressions on their faces, it symbolizes a stolen moment in time which sort of expressed their freedom while being captured in a photo. "A picture is worth a thousand words" however, It’s extraordinary how pictures tell a story. Some of the photos may not be gay relationships, however they’re deep cherishable moments relating to love & affection between two men who perhaps really care for each other, just my observation...
@josephholdman1037
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with this one.
@juancarlos9592
4 жыл бұрын
Hi...... I agree
@juancarlos9592
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Leo. Totally agree with you
@mybloodaches4668
6 жыл бұрын
All these photos are just adorable! I’m glad that even back then people loved who they wanted and pursued their own happiness even though it was considered “wrong”
@harryfishback8173
5 жыл бұрын
Yes but it was quite unsafe and even in the US it was punishable by jail well into the 20th century not to mention the public reaction which often meant anything from being run out of town to facing a noose around your neck or worse...
@rocolavado4474
5 жыл бұрын
Wish i could also have someone that i can grow old with, thanks for the pictures and its really inspiring👏 love wins! So envious with them!
@harrybear193
5 жыл бұрын
Hi rocco there is someone for everyone
@MrCrowebobby
3 жыл бұрын
The two sailors remind of walking across 46th Street in Manhattan one evening back in the mid-1950s around 7:30 and looking up at the 4th floor of a brownstone and seeing a sailor and a man in a suit standing in front of the window of a furnished room kissing each other. I was about 19 and knew I was gay but had had no real sex as of yet. It was a bit of a shock, but part of my grown-up New York experience.
@davidhaubrick7449
6 жыл бұрын
Well done. I so enjoyed your collection.....the music. It brought back a lot of old feeling when I was young and in love.
@robinmaynard1640
5 жыл бұрын
Don't care what anyone else says. These are fantastic. Thanks for taking the time to share.
@ramirlopez1396
6 жыл бұрын
Being bisexual is a noble feeling that not any normal human can truly feel. It's complexity is enormous--the fear, the thrill, the excitement, the pain, the longingness, sadness, the insult, bigotry, bickering, bullying are always there. Even with these descriptions enumerated was all pushed over by the haunting and longing of love of the same sex that is full of pain and clandestine activities. Your description of "being discovered after their death" was a treasure not even someone discover it after the picture was found out. Thank you for uploading.
@josephholdman1037
5 жыл бұрын
If they are born both sexes they are gifted and loved anyway
@forrestwolfe1448
6 жыл бұрын
As others have said, I am not convinced that all of these pics are of gay men, but certainly many are. For me, what is most interesting is how young they are. Once again, senior gay men are not represented.....it's as if we do not exist...so sad.
@JulieAnn02261990
6 жыл бұрын
I have no doubt that senior men in those days probably didn't take pictures. They were probably all married with kids. Just like today, adults didn't do the same things that younger kids do.
@eugeniasyro7315
6 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Where are the images of older gay men? They hold the most interest for me.
@YourLargeMother
3 жыл бұрын
The reason these photos are so appealing and provative is because the men knew they were men didn't question it and proud of it they didn't apologize for their masculinity . Natural is beautiful. Plus nothing beats the real thing . Fab gay Latin man for @realDonaldTrump
@felissylvestris6557
3 жыл бұрын
What do you mean ?
@robertpace901
5 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for showing we've been around for centuries, even if society tried to destroy us because we are different.
@goodvintagephoto2197
5 жыл бұрын
Robert Pace I liked your comment, you are absolutely right😄
@garymitchell8084
5 жыл бұрын
BRAVO! Thank you for contribution.
@SWLinPHX
6 жыл бұрын
Hate to sound ignorant but I’m actually very surprised that 150 years ago people felt free to photograph themselves in obvious homosexual relationships. I would’ve thought they were too afraid to have it on film. But I guess they found an empathetic photographer, which was very expensive then, who they could trust.
@blairhawkins7490
6 жыл бұрын
And the narrator said most of the pictures were kept in secret until after the subjects had died. Just like today in most of the world, gays must be discreet. After most wars, after the alpha males are killed, there's a cycle of male camaraderie...the beta males. Once you face down death in battle, you have more courage in your personal life to show affection. Sometimes the platonic affection is misinterpreted as homosexuality, which can get you killed, which is why straight men are careful not to appear gay, except in times of war.
@SWLinPHX
6 жыл бұрын
Blair Hawkins: Yes, it’s led us to an overly “homo conscious” environment. You’d be surprised when you’re alone with a straight guy and he drinks he starts telling you all sorts of stuff he’s done or wants to try. I’ve had guys that were straight hit on me when they were drinking and we were alone.
@CSRookie
6 жыл бұрын
you don't sound ignorant at all SW, it's the truth let's face it. Thanks for messaging
@ivorybilled8983
6 жыл бұрын
I think its obvious that some of these guys were high class and wealthy, because back in the day, only the rich had access to photography. Rich homosexuals were much more able to get away with having a boyfriend or lover, because their money protected them. History is full of well-connected, famous, and wealthy writers, actors, bankers and heirs of tycoons who were gay.
@lhdollbaby
6 жыл бұрын
SWLinPHX uu mmmmmm they weren't straight
@rudyrivera718
6 жыл бұрын
this is really amazing....simply amazing...gave me chills and just really made me feel good these people just impressed me so much having the balls to be who they were
@famousgraves6817
6 жыл бұрын
True that!
@carlabroderick5508
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful moving collection of photos. I’ve always been affected by the joy couples in the San Francisco Castro display. As an MD, I’ve held some resentment for the extreme suffering of the epidemic, and the failure of the community to advocate safer behavior for its own sake, but seeing these photos helps me.
@dickwatson5329
5 жыл бұрын
I loved this collection of gay couples and i myself have been in a committed monogamous relationship with the same guy for 30 years
@poweringon864
5 жыл бұрын
I am a hetero woman, but I feel so sad these men couldn't see the acceptance that they now have. They rejoiced in their relationships despite the hatred...if only they could have bloomed in the light
@cleocross6183
5 жыл бұрын
Lindas fotografias, onde o amor é expressado de forma natural. Que voz linda tem essa cantora. Paz no mundo...
@mplsmndude3255
6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful and moving....... Whether the pictures are gay couples (most), or simply affection between men (a few possibly). Wonderful either way! 💖
@annamariepolniaczek3807
5 жыл бұрын
It's not only men who are shamed for showing affection. And it's not just gays. Women suffer as well. And not just lesbians. I'm past middle age. That's close enough to telling how old I am. When I was a girl it wasn't uncommon for my friends and me to walk hand in hand, dance together and even give one another a kiss hello and goodbye. We could sleep beside our friend of the same gender without being ridiculed. And it wasn't a sexual thing. We were simply friends and nothing more. Now it seems that all expressions of affection are sexualized. Of course sex can be made into a perverted thing. That can be said about practicality anything that can be done by people. But it's not the act of sex between two people who love one another that is perverted. It's the way and where it's carried out. And so often the perversion isn't what the two lovers are doing but what society makes of it. And even a none sexual relationship between two people whether they be heterosexual or homosexual is in todays would being turned into something for the self righteous gossiping hippocrates to wag their wicked tongues about. I'm not a lesbian and how I feel personally about such a relationship between others doesn't matter one way or another. As long as my opinion doesn't affect others in an adverse way I'm entitled to it. I feel the world would be a much better place if we would simply live our own individual lives as the best people we can be and stop trying to tell others how to live theirs. I'm not going to say love expressed between two people is right or wrong. It's not my job to judge. I believe in God. And the God of my soul told me that it's my job to simply love all of His creation. He is the judge. He's held that job a very long time and is quite good at it. I really don't see why He would at this late stage in the trial need help from me or anybody else. We all need to just stop banging gavels and passing sentences regarding things that are no business of ours. Then we could get on with our appointed task of just loving one another and living in peace.
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