Gilbert Baker created the original pride flag in 1978. Baker was urged by Harvey Milk to create a symbol for the LGBT community and he chose a flag, which he saw as the most powerful symbol of pride.

Ahead of the Gay Freedom Day Parade in 1978, Harvey Milk, California’s first out gay elected official,asked his friend ...

This flag is used to represent the LGBTQ community. It was created by Gilbert Baker in 1978 after he was challenged by Harvey Milk who was the first openly gay elected official in California. Each ...

Once there, the new Pride flag was hoisted up the flag pole. LGBTQ PRIDE: Gilbert Baker, creator of rainbow flag, shares story of strength and pride It's a process that's happened every few months ...

The iconic rainbow flag was designed by artist Gilbert Baker, who was asked by Californian politician Harvey Milk – the first openly gay elected official – to come up with a symbol of pride ...