Pink triangle facts for kids
The pink triangle is a very important symbol for the LGBT community. It stands alongside the rainbow flag as a key sign of pride and remembrance.
The pink triangle was first used in Nazi Germany during World War II. The Nazis used different colored triangles to mark prisoners in concentration camps. The pink triangle was used to identify certain male prisoners. There was also a black triangle, which marked women considered "anti-social" by the Nazis. Jews were forced to wear a yellow Star of David. If a prisoner was both Jewish and marked with a pink triangle, they would wear a yellow triangle underneath a pink one, forming a Star of David.
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A Symbol of Remembrance and Pride
After World War II, the pink triangle was reclaimed by the LGBT community. It became a powerful symbol of remembrance for those who suffered under the Nazis. It also became a symbol of protest and pride. People began to wear the pink triangle to show their support for LGBT rights.
Why the Pink Triangle Matters Today
Today, the pink triangle reminds us of a difficult past. It shows how symbols can be changed from something negative into something positive. It represents the strength and resilience of the LGBT community. It also helps teach new generations about history and the importance of equality.
Images for kids
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Holocaust Memorial
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Pink Triangle 2022 installation on Twin Peaks in San Francisco
See also
In Spanish: Triángulo rosa para niños
