Did Betsey Ross Design the Flag of the United States of America? Publication of the Scottsville Literary Society

"Did Betsey Ross Design the Flag of the United States of America?" by Franklin Hanford is an exploration into the legend of the American flag's creation. It looks closely at the story of Betsey Ross, who is popularly thought to have designed it. Hanford breaks down claims that Ross designed the flag after a visit from George Washington, using historical writings and details about her life. The book finds that while Ross made flags, there isn't strong proof she designed the first Stars and Stripes, suggesting the story is more of a myth than a confirmed fact. The author highlights that the flag's true origins are still uncertain, and the narrative about Ross is more legend than reality.