Our American Flag

By Dawn Fisher

Our American Flag was written to inspire minds of all ages, to see the symbols of America, and to learn and understand why it is so important that every generation learns the details and meanings of our flag. Let this book be a spark, a beginning, a way to enhance your patriotism.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Newman Springs Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Jul 10, 2023
• ISBN: 9781684981663

Book preview

My name is Old Glory, but I have gone by many names like Stars and Stripes and the Red, White, and Blue. You probably know me as the American flag.

The story goes that in 1776, there were three gentlemen named Colonel George Washington, Robert Morris, and Colonel George Ross, who was the uncle to Elizabeth Betsy Ross. They went to her with a drawing by Francis Hopkinson. They asked her if she could sew a flag based on the drawing. They knew that Betsy had sewn flags before. She agreed to do it. You may learn all about Betsy Ross in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the Betsy Ross House.

I was designed with symbols and meanings. My colors red, white, and blue have meanings. Red is for hardiness and valor. White is for