Pride month in many places across the world, and many will be flying rainbow flags in the name of equality for (and celebration of) the LGBT+ community.Many festivities, including London Pride, will be able to go ahead this year, following parades being cancelled last year as a result of the pandemic.
But how much do you know about the rainbow symbol of Pride? Here are some facts about the origin and meaning of the rainbow flag… The rainbow flag was created in 1978 by artist, designer, war veteran, and then-drag performer, Gilbert Baker, and has been used all over the world ever since.He was commissioned to create a flag by politician Harvey Milk, for San Francisco’s annual pride parade.