Examines the life of colonial seamstress Betsy Ross, tells the legend of how she was approached by George Washington and other patriots to sew the first flag of the United States, and includes facts about Revolutionary era landmarks and events.
Content Note
The legend of Betsy Ross -- Christ Church, the nation's church -- A colonial Quaker -- More about Quakers -- Betsy and the colonies come of age -- The minutemen -- To war and beyond -- American Revolution prisoners of war -- Legend meets fact -- Commemorating Betsy Ross.