PA-069 Betsy Ross (1752-1836)


Marker text: BETSY ROSS (1752-1836)

Credited with making the first stars and stripes flag, Ross was a successful upholsterer. She produced flags for the government for over 50 years. As a skilled artisan, Ross represents the many women who supported their families during the Revolution and early Republic.

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, 2009

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