"Betsy Ross and the U.S. Flag: Separating Fact from Fiction" by Danielle Smith Llera explores the legendary figure of Betsy Ross, who is often credited with sewing the first American flag. The book delves into the historical accuracy of this narrative, examining the myths and realities surrounding Ross's life and her contributions to American history. Through engaging storytelling and thorough research, it sheds light on her role during the American Revolution, societal norms of her time, and how her story has evolved. The narrative encourages readers to critically analyze historical accounts and understand the complexities of American identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Fact Vs Fiction in Us History .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Capstone Press .

Danielle Smith-Llera's former life as a teacher led her to write books for young people. She has taught literature, writing, history, and visual arts to students ranging from elementary school to college. Danielle studied English and Visual Arts at Harvard University and exhibits her artwork internationally. As the spouse of a diplomat, she and her family have lived in Washington D. C. , New Delhi, India and Kingston, Jamaica.