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Wrap it Up!!!!

As I was older and my kids had their own kids I didn't really live alone. I was living with my kids and spending time with my grandkids. I told them all about the flag and the other exciting things in my life. Betsy Ross- Died January 30, 1836 due to old age. age 84!!!!!!!

Many questions people used to ask me is "Betsy why is it that you did what you did?" Well for all those people here is the answer- The reason I made my flag was because I wanted to help. I wanted to do something in the War and not just sit on my butt and let things happen.

What's the big deal

My most favorable achievement was creating the official U.S flag. I remember the day when George Washington came to my home asking me to do it for him. He was also with 2 of his good friends. I feel this is important to history because it is the flag that represents this nation and without it we might have a flag that looks some what like a British flag. It is very important to have your own flag. Also, I MADE IT!!!!!

My Childhood

Here is some more extra information about me as a child - I was born January 1, 1752 in West Jersey, Pennsylvania. I had 16 brothers and sisters and 2 loving parents. As a child I went to school and that is very uncommon. I stopped at age 12 because I need to learn how to run a house. When I was a teenager I worked at an upholstery for a while. That is some information about my childhood.

My Life

Hello, My name is Betsy Ross and unlike other women I want to help during the American Revolution. Even though I can make an American flag, I'm a little rusty blogging. I'm still really excited to do this! :)