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rainbow flag

Also known as: Gay Pride flag
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The rainbow flag is a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride. Artist Gilbert Baker designed the first rainbow flag in 1978 at the urging of Harvey Milk, a prominent gay activist. Baker chose the rainbow because it is a natural symbol from the sky, and he wanted a powerful symbol of pride for the gay community. The original flag had eight colors, each with its own meaning, but production issues led to the removal of pink and turquoise and the replacement of indigo with blue, resulting in the common six-striped flag (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet). This flag represents the diversity and unity of the LGBTQ community and has become an international symbol of pride.12

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  1. How Did the Rainbow Flag Become a Symbol of LGBTQ Pride?
  2. A Guide to LGBTQ+ Pride Flags
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