Betsy Ross
Betsy Ross is an American upholsterer born January 1, 1752, who is famed for her family tradition role in producing the first United States flag in 1776.
Her story highlights artisan women in the Revolutionary era and remains a symbol of patriotism despite unresolved historical debate.
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“Remember the Ladies”: 12 Philadelphia Women Who Shaped a Revolution
Everyone knows the story of Betsy Ross and the first American flag, sewn in a small upholstery shop on Arch Street in Old City Philadelphia.…
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American Heritage Credit Union Kicks Off Annual Grand Illumination with Fireworks, Holiday Performances
American Heritage Credit Union — which has locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Camden counties — recently kicked off its 16th Annual Grand Illumination…
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West Chester Railroad Volunteer Chases Trains in Her New Book
Historian, Betsy Ross reenactor, train chaser, and now author Beth Anne Keates says her father inspired her passion for locomotives. Her first book, Union Pacific…
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