Betsy Ross Flag (13 Stars)

Betsy Ross Flag (13 Stars)

Construction sheet: Betsy Ross Flag (13 Stars)
Construction sheet

Description

  • The Betsy Ross flag features 13 red and white alternating stripes with a circle of 13 white five-pointed stars on a blue canton — representing the original 13 colonies
  • Tradition credits Betsy Ross with sewing the first American flag in 1776 at George Washington's request, though this story is debated by historians
  • The circular arrangement of stars is the most distinctive feature
  • Construction: 13 alternating red and white stripes (red at top and bottom)
  • A blue canton with 13 five-pointed stars arranged in a circle
  • Ratio approximately 10:19

Trivia

  • The Betsy Ross flag is a popular symbol of early American independence
  • Allegedly sewn by Betsy Ross, though historical evidence is unclear
  • Featured 13 stars in a circle representing the 13 original states

Betsy Ross Flag (13 Stars)

The Betsy Ross flag features 13 red and white alternating stripes with a circle of 13 white five-pointed stars on a blue canton — representing the original 13 colonies. Tradition credits Betsy Ross with sewing the first American flag in 1776 at George Washington's request, though this story is debated by historians.

The Betsy Ross flag is a popular symbol of early American independence. Allegedly sewn by Betsy Ross, though historical evidence is unclear. Featured 13 stars in a circle representing the 13 original states.

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