There is a pretty good chance you have seen the Progress flag around, although you may not have recognized the distinct ...
In 1978, artist Gilbert Baker designed the original Pride Flag for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day celebration. The OG flag featured eight horizontal stripes, each with a specific meaning.
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.