13 Star Flag Collection

Betsy Ross sewing the first American flag. Painting by Henry Mosler (1841-1920)
BIRTH OF THE FLAG. Betsy Ross sewing the first American flag. Painting by Henry Mosler (1841-1920)

American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross making the first American flag. Drawing by Elisabeth Moore Hallowell
BETSY ROSS (1752-1836). American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross making the first American flag. Drawing by Elisabeth Moore Hallowell

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Evolution of the United States flag from red British ensign (left) to the striped Grand Union flag (right), to the thirteen-star flag (center). Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

American seamstress and patriot. Then, now, and forever! Betsy Ross sewing the first flag with General George
BETSY ROSS (1752-1836). American seamstress and patriot. Then, now, and forever! Betsy Ross sewing the first flag with General George Washington standing alongside

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John Paul Jones raising the US flag on an American warship for the first time during the Revolutionary War. Printed color 19th-century illustration

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Thirteen-star flag of the new United States at hanging at the Monmouth, New Jersey, National Battlefield. Photograph

FLAG: BETSY ROSS, 1777. Betsy Ross or popular version of U. S. Flag
FLAG: BETSY ROSS, 1777. Betsy Ross or popular version of U.S. Flag

American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross sewing the first American flag. Color lithograph after a painting by G
BETSY ROSS (1752-1836). American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross sewing the first American flag. Color lithograph after a painting by G. Liebscher

American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross and the flag committee. Wood engraving, 19th century
BETSY ROSS (1752-1836). American seamstress and patriot. Betsy Ross and the flag committee. Wood engraving, 19th century

UNITED STATES, 1787. A Display of the United States of America. President George Washington surrounded by the coat of arms of the 13 original states. Line engraving by Amos Doolitte, 1788

EDUCATION: PUBLIC SCHOOL. Standards of America. Symbol of a one-room schoolhouse on a 13-star flag. Lithograph by Henry F. Heiderich, 1897

New York City on the day of Washingtons first inauguration
Crowds on Wall Street on the morning of George Washingtons inauguration as first US president, April 1789. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Surrender of British army under commander Cornwallis to Washington and Rochambeau at Yorktown, 1781. Hand-colored photogravure of a 19th-century illustration

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Betsy Ross meeting with the committee about the design of the first United States flag, Philadelphia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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American soldiers hoisting the new 13-star U.S. flag during the Revolutionary War. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

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"Betsy Ross: The Seamstress Behind the 13-Star Flag" Step back in time and witness history being stitched together as Betsy Ross, an American seamstress and patriot, meticulously sews the first American flag. In a painting by Henry Mosler (1841-1920), we catch a glimpse of her skillful hands bringing to life this iconic symbol of freedom. Elisabeth Moore Hallowell's drawing captures the essence of Betsy Ross making history with every stitch. Her dedication to her craft shines through as she carefully creates each star and stripe, forever etching her name into the annals of American history. General George Washington stands alongside Betsy Ross in E. Percy Moran's color lithograph, bearing witness to this monumental moment. Their collaboration embodies the spirit of unity and resilience that would define our nation for centuries to come. During the Civil War era, an envelope adorned with an American flag serves as a reminder of the enduring significance of this cherished emblem. Its presence on battlefields provided hope and inspiration to soldiers fighting for a united America. The popular version of the U. S. Flag attributed to Betsy Ross showcases her ingenuity and creativity in designing a symbol that would represent our young nation's ideals. This image immortalizes her contribution as an integral part of America's fabric. Gustav Liebscher's color lithograph depicts Betsy Ross sewing fervently while embodying patriotism at its finest. Her unwavering commitment resonates throughout generations, reminding us all that ordinary individuals can shape extraordinary destinies. In another wood engraving from the 19th century, we see Betsy Ross collaborating with fellow patriots on what would become one of America's most recognizable symbols—the stars and stripes proudly waving in unison under their skilled guidance. Amos Doolittle's line engraving transports us back to 1787 when President George Washington surrounded himself with coats-of-arms representing the 13 original states.