More on Historical Trans Terms

Feb 05, 12 More on Historical Trans Terms

Posted by in 1970s, 1980s

Views: 222As many of you know, I have another blog that’s rather dry and is only focused on recording the interesting bits of trans history I come across. A great deal of what I post has to do with the language used to describe the non-cis experience. Here’s a few bits that I’ve not yet shared on this...

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“Transgender” Origins

Jul 13, 11 “Transgender” Origins

Posted by in 1970s, 1980s, Eras, History, Identity Wars, Language

Views: 1975As many of you know by now, I’ve recently been interested in uncovering never before considered historical records relating to how the term “transgender” evolved over the years. One often-cited source, claims: As far as we can see, Virginia first used the term ‘transgenderal’ in print in 1969. She does...

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Transgender VS Transsexual: Round 2

Jun 02, 11 Transgender VS Transsexual: Round 2

Posted by in 1970s, 1980s, Community, Eras, History, Identity Wars, Language

Views: 2806Since my last post on this issue, I’ve met a few really cool folks in the “TS-not-TG” camp. I was fortunate enough to meet one transsexual named Zoe. We messaged back and forth for some time over FaceBook and she really helped me to better understand where she’s coming from. And you know what, I 100% support her...

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