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American artist Gilbert Baker Who Created Rainbow Flag, Gay Pride Symbol, Dies Friday March 31,2017

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American artist Gilbert Baker, who created the rainbow flag recognized around the world as a symbol of gay pride, has died, close friend and rights activist Cleve Jones announced Friday March 31,2017


Artist Who Created Rainbow Flag, Gay Pride Symbol, Dies


Baker, who was 65, came up with the iconic eight-colored banner for San Francisco's 1978 gay freedom day, a precursor to the modern pride festival, having taught himself to sew in his 20s.

The former soldier was heavily involved within the San Francisco LGBT rights movement and was a close friend of murdered activist and politician Harvey Milk.

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