History
All Americans have heard the story of Betsy Ross and the first American flag, but how much of that story is real? Join us as we discover the real Betsy and why the truth might be even more interesting than the myth.
Comments or Questions? Or have an idea for future episodes? Email us tourguidetellall@gmail.com
If you're interested in in more information, we find these sources helpful:
- https://sheroesofhistory.wordpress.com/2014/05/22/betsy-ross/
- http://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/what-to-see/
- http://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/what-to-see/
- For further reading, a sympathetic bio and portrait of early Philadelphia, check out “Betsy
Ross and the Making of America” by Marla Miller
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