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Betsy Ross Home - and note from her Great Grand-daughter
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Betsy Ross Home - and note from her Great Grand-daughter
The Betsy Ross Home, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA where Ross sewed the first American Flag of the United States - June 14th 1777 - and note (on left) from her Great Grand-daughter. The house was purchased by popular (small) equal subscriptions from 1, 046, 270 Americans from every part of the globe. Date: 1906
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1777 Banner Betsy Contributions Granddaughter Handwritten Note Philadelphia Purchased Ross Sewn Spangled Stars Stitched Stripes 14th Sewed
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1. Title: "A Legacy of Patriotism: Betsy Ross Home and the First American Flag" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the historic Betsy Ross Home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where legend holds that Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag on June 14, 1777. The house, a humble yet significant piece of American history, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of patriotism and unity that defined the early days of the United States. The image shows the exterior of the house, adorned with American flags and framed by lush greenery. A handwritten note on the left, penned by Betsy Ross' great-granddaughter, adds an intimate touch to the scene. The note reads, "This house was purchased by popular subscriptions from 1,046,270 Americans from every part of the globe in 1905 and 1906." Betsy Ross, a skilled seamstress, is believed to have created the original Stars and Stripes flag, featuring thirteen stars and thirteen stripes, during the American Revolution. The flag, later known as the "Star-Spangled Banner," became a symbol of national pride and unity for the young nation. The preservation of the Betsy Ross Home and the acquisition of the property through small, equal contributions from Americans across the globe underscores the collective pride and commitment to preserving the nation's history. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the power of unity and the enduring legacy of the first American flag.
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