Exploring Calderdale's History Episode - Explore the secret life of Anne Lister

Описание: Anne Lister, the "first modern lesbian," lived and managed her Shibden Hall estate near Halifax. Her life is closely tied to several local sites, including Shibden Hall, a now-public museum that was her home, and the Halifax Minster, where her baptism and funeral services were held and her tomb is located. Her extensive diaries, detailing her life and relationships, are a major source of her historical legacy, which has been brought to wider public attention by the TV series Gentleman Jack

Explore the secret life of Anne Lister—“Gentleman Jack”—whose coded diaries and bold same-sex relationships rewrote 19th-century norms. This short documentary delves into Lister’s intimate crypthand, her passionate affairs, masculine presentation, business prowess at Shibden Hall, and the historic 1834 commitment with Ann Walker often called Britain’s first same-sex marriage. Learn how 7+ million words of diary entries unlocked a rare window into lesbian history, gender expression, and social rebellion. Perfect for fans of LGBTQ history, Gentleman Jack, and cultural biography. If you enjoyed this glimpse into a trailblazing life, please like and share to spread her story. #AnneLister #GentlemanJack #LGBTQHistory #ShibdenHall #AnnWalker