How did the word ‘faggot’ become a derogatory name for gay men?

Or ‘fag’? Word origins fascinate me.

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People aren't sure, but most people believe it's probably from Middle-English Faggot, which is a bundle of sticks made for burning.

...Honestly a terrifying etymology if it's true.