Betsy Ross, née Elizabeth Griscom (born Jan. 1, 1752, Philadelphia, Pa. [U.S.]—died Jan. 30, 1836, Philadelphia), seamstress who, according to legend, fashioned the first flag of the United States.
Robert Morris. The Truth about the Betsy Ross Story. Beach Haven, NJ: Wynnehaven Pub. Co. 1982. 223pp. Chauncey C. Hotchkiss and H. A. Du Souchet.
According to patriotic legend, Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag at the request of George Washington. No firm evidence exists to prove the story; the legend is based on statements made by Ross's grandson, who said Ross told him the story on her deathbed.
Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag. Betsy Ross House. Betsy Ross, George Washington and the flag. Betsy Ross's life. Cut a 5-pointed star in one snip. Flag facts.
Betsy Ross biography: She made the first American flag -- or did she? Even if she didn't, her life and accomplishments are interesting. Why did the legend of the flag-making become popular so quickly?
Betsy Ross biography: She made the first American flag -- or did she? Even if she didn't, her life and accomplishments are interesting. Why did the legend of the flag-making become popular so quickly?