How Was The Rainbow Flag Created For Gay Pride?

    Bella Breakdown The rainbow flag serves as a global symbol of the LGBTQA community, but many do not know the origin story behind this iconic symbol. The month of June is the national celebration of Gay Pride and it’s time to celebrate. The rainbow flag is traced back to the first San Francisco Freedom Day Parade in 1978 and was created by gay-rights activist Gilbert Baker. He attributes his inspiration from the famous Judy Garland song from The Wizard of Oz movie, “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.” The song became an iconic symbol for the gay liberation in...

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