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CyberThoughts about Betsy and the Flag
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the flag is the most greatest thing in life! when i see im happy to say i live in the united states! i think how many people are fighting just for us to have freedom! i thank them and everyone who sacerfice there life for us today!
anonymous [05-28-2009]
I'm doing a project for social studies and I have to pick five people to do and one of them is Betsy Ross.I have to say,she is very interesting to learn about.She made our very first flag that we're proud of.
Gabrielle Hays, 11 years old [04-21-2009]
I just want to sell the flag so that after a long day I can drive down the street and see the American Flag Flying High on either side of the street.
Ann-Dyson Carroll [04-13-2009]
Betsy Ross, the seamstress of the first American flag (or so it seems, there is slight evidence that she might not have been) was born in Philidelphia, Pennsylvannia to a Quaker family. She was the eight of some odd brothers and sisters and attended a religeous Quaker school where she learned how to read, write, and sew. When she grew older she was apprenticed in upholsery, and grew up to own her own store with her husband. Over the course of her lifetime, Betsy Ross had three husbands, in case you were wondering. Two died in accidents I believe, and one died of illness. About her flag sewing: it is said that George Washington came to Betsy Ross with a design for the first flag. America needed one so its ships could be distinguished from neighboring ones. America needed a FACE. He came to Ross because of her widly known sewing skills. She accepted the challenge, added her own personal touch to the origional design (five pointed star) and it flew in the last battle of the war of 1812, and by the morning it was still there. This inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem that is now our naitional anthem. Betsy Ross has givin us a symbol for our country that will last a life time. Our flag is a symbol of liberty and freedom. THAT'S why having an American flag is important. But, mind you, she may NOT have sewed the first flag. Her story remains the most likely, but it is told by her grandson, and that's the only reason we know of her tale. I would look into this if I were you. It makes for interesting perspective.
Rachel Molina [03-22-2009]
she was freakin awesome
Bella Cullen [03-03-2009]
I am doing a speech for school called the Woodman speech, competitors come from all over our great country. the theme is a "person who has touched many lives" can you guess who i chose? Betsy Ross. Not only did she sew the last stitches of our flag while cannons were bieng fired all around her, she was and still is a hero for all women. Betsy was brave, headstrong, yet caring, and friendly. i dont care if you say she didnt sew the first flag cuz guess what- im not going to lsiten to you-not even if your a stinkin Social Studies teacher!
Claire, 12, and in omaha, NE [02-27-2009]
i think betsy ross is such an isperational women i think she is so cool
shantel, 14 michigan [02-26-2009]
my thoughts about the american flag is that it is a very appropriate symbol for our country. the colors symbolize freedom and the stars how many states we have, i have a poster of the american flag in my room and i look up and thank God every day that we have such a great symbol for our country. Thank You, Jamie P. Holtham
anonymous [02-17-2009]
I am a drect decendent of Betsy Ross.
Robyn Etchinek [02-11-2009]
I honor the American flag. It is the most beautiful flag in the world. As a former civilian Prisoner of war in WWII,the sight of it fills my heart with pride. I find it difficult to see it in tatters on a flagpole, or unlighted at night. It symbolizes to me the grand history of this nation and the meaning of our great Republic. I do not care for people using the flag as clothing other than a pin. I guess I seldom think of Betsy Ross. I learned about the tradition of her in school. My favorite flag is the one which flew over Ft. McHenry in 1812. And of course, the one that was raised in Manila after the Liberation when the Japanese flag was taken down in 1945. The American Flag. Oh, long may it wave. O'ER THE lAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE!
Shelah [01-18-2009]
Find great pleasure in research and reading history on your website. THANKS!
Jim McCarty, 69 years old/ Rt. 1 - Bx 1700 - Hermitage, MO 65668 [01-11-2009]
Please see my tribute to flag and country titled, "WE LOVE AMERICA - THE ANTHEM OF THE NEW MILLENNIUM!" It is on youtube.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCFbgwWjJkA
Mark Hall [01-09-2009]
I found this website very useful. I am doing my finial project in English III on Betsy Ross. I was great to see inside her home and learn about her life. It amazing to know that she was the 8th of 17 children.
Alley [01-07-2009]
BETSY ROSS DID NOT CREATE THE FIRST AMERICAN FLAG! Get it through your thick skulls you propaganda spewing LIEBOTS!
Joel S. Williams, Jingletown USA [11-20-2008]
The story of Betsy Ross is a myth. Must we continue to allow Betsy Ross to represent the role of women in American History? We should focus the attention on women who actually made a significant contribution to our country, not on a woman whose story was created as a 19th century tourist trap. To all of the young women who read this, do not do anymore "history" reports on Betsy Ross. Also, borrow all of the books about Betsy Ross from your local library, and never return them.
Ben, Pittsburgh, PA Social Studies Teacher [11-07-2008]
Does anyone have an up to date family tree of Betsy Ross. I am related in some way. My daughter is doing a report and this would be of help to her.
cindy conrad [11-06-2008]
We have just recently aquired a flag hand made by the grand daughter of Betsy Ross. I am having toruble finding someone to not only value it but check its originality. If some one cane help me I would love to hear from you! Betsy Ross sounds like a woman of good character who endured a tough life and she is a history icon of America! K~
Kathey Collins, Colorado [10-30-2008]
i LOVE america!
Clint, tREMONTON [10-08-2008]
Being a member of the Honor Guard/Color Guard locally I am proud to say, well done Betsy.
James, Piney Flats,TN [10-01-2008]
We can understand how if two people love each other their Quaker belief does not allow marriage_Thank-Goodness for Change in our Times!
ERIC MORROW [04-16-2008]
yea my teacher is makin me do a 6 page report about the american flag yup its kinda hard but cool because i'm learning =]
Gloria, 12,Houston,Tx [03-26-2008]
i beleive betsy ross deserves to go down in history becuase in my class we are doing a report about betsy ross and my cool teacher Mrs> Whaling thinks that she is so cool. she made the first flag and she deserves her credits and she rules. if betsy ross never lived our country wouln't have a flag to wave in the air. besty ross is a great part of history and she deserves her oohs and awes. that's what think. you can try to fight with me but i will hold my ground with my opinoin. amerra. j webster-yaqui p.s. that's the truth
amerra webster-yaqui, age: 11 city ronan,montana 5th grade [03-18-2008]
I've "heard" thru the grapevine as well as delving into my ancestory that "Betsy" is related. Oh how proud I am of that, and no more said I'm just a "twig" off a good old famiy tree and tryig to update same.
BARBARA PARMELEE, 80 yrs. young! [03-18-2008]
In my fourth grade class we had to do a book report on a Revolutionary war icon. I chose Betsy Ross. Here's what I believe: George Washington made the first SKETCH of the flag. He did not sew it. I REPEAT: HE DID NOT SEW IT! He showed the sketch to Betsy and as Betsy did most, put her own touch on it. She changed the 6-pointed stars to 5-pointed stars and made 7 red stripes and 6 white stripes instead of 6 red and 7 white. After George agreed with these changes, Betsy sewed the flag...SO BETSY MADE OUR FLAG!
Alyssa, age 9, Braselton, GA [03-04-2008]
betsy Ross made the A merican Flag. She is amazing! ^-^
Gloria Lee, age 9 [02-25-2008]
Does it really matter if Betsy Ross sewed the very first Flag? I am outraged by the media who dismiss her because they say she did not actually do that? The likelihood that she sewed an american flag during the 1770's is huge, guys. Who cares if it was the first one?? Her life itself is a symbol of american feminine endurance and bravery and if she is associated with an icon like the american flag it makes sense because the flag stands for the same things. She was an entrepreneur and maintained her own business during a revolution being played out in her own city. She married and buried three husbands as well as several children, I believe? How sad and hard is that!She kept going though. She was kicked out of her own Quaker church and lost many friends and family. She kept going. She hooked up with the Fighting Quakers again and supported the revolution any way she could. She even had to house the British soldiers, the enemy, in her home while maintaining her life and rebellious aspirations. She believed in her new country and fought for it alongside her husbands, family and fellow citizens of the city of Philadelphia. What are you doing in your life compared to hers? I am humbled by what she accomplished in her life with or without sewing the first darn flag!
Kris Parker, Fabric artist in Philly [02-20-2008]
betsy ross is an amazing person.she is soooo cool.
kylie, age 8,New Jersey [02-15-2008]
I love Betsy Ross, I believe with all my heart that she made the first american flag. GOD BLESS AMERICA! BETSY ROCKS, BUT GOD RULEZ!
faith, I am 12 yr old and I live in sulphur springs, TX [02-13-2008]
betsy rocks!
Throper, I am 12 yaers old I live in Saly Lake City, Utah [01-31-2008]
the flag represents justice, liberty and humanity. It means faith, courage and strength. the word god is a word that we see all the time. it relates to many of us and we dont even realize it. We need courage faith and strength to acheive what we think seems impossible. The soldiers in iraq are terrified and yet they still go on protecting us and our country because they believe and they know god is beside them. THe flag symbolizes people in our country and what they have done for it. god grant that I may spend eternity in my land of the free and the home of the brave. May I shall ever be known as old glory theflag of the usa. and there will be no barriers or obstacles that will stop this country from forever being free!
HAyley williams, i am 12 [01-17-2008]
Man, she had a dang important role in america!
Madi [01-12-2008]
I think she is a great independent woman and has great love for the country.
Julianna Perez, age,9,city,Plainview [01-09-2008]
i think she was so kool and from what she did i will alwas look up to her !go betsy
kayla, 16 millbrook A.L [01-09-2008]
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