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.

It’s likely that you’ve seen a lot of colorful flags flying during Pride Month, and there’s way more than just the ...

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 ...

according to the Gilbert Baker Foundation. Today, the rainbow flag is a symbol of joy, pride and the persistence of the LGBTQ community in the face of discrimination and anti-LGBTQ legislation.