Betsy Ross Flag

Available in various sizes and materials. Suitable for outdoor use. Finished with sturdy heading and strong brass grommets. Made in the U.S.A. The History and Significance of the Betsy Ross Flag Let’s delve into the history behind this iconic flag. The Betsy Ross flag is named after the seamstress who is said to have sewn the first American flag in 1776 at the request of George Washington. Its design—featuring 13 stars arranged in a circle—symbolizes the unity of the original 13 colonies, each star representing one of the colonies that fought for independence from Britain. Though historians debate whether Betsy Ross truly sewed the first flag, the 13 colonies flag has nonetheless become a powerful symbol of America’s fight for freedom and its founding ideals. The stars are arranged in a circle, a design meant to convey equality among the colonies, with no single state placed above the others. Was the Betsy Ross Flag the First American Flag? While the Betsy Ross flag is often celebrated