Homosexual Acts (Press, 19 July 1965)
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Summary: Homosexual Acts (Press, 19 July 1965)
On 18 July 1965, the House of Lords in the United Kingdom made a significant amendment to a private bill aimed at legalising homosexual acts in private among consenting adults. The amendment explicitly excluded members of the armed forces from the protections offered by the bill, meaning that they could still face court-martial for charges of gross indecency. This change was made in response to concerns raised by Viscount Montgomery, who argued that legalising such acts for military personnel could negatively impact discipline within the forces. The revised bill reflects ongoing societal debates surrounding homosexuality and the legal treatment of such relationships at the time.
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