The personal struggles of the woman generally credited with having created the first American flag are set against the backdrop of the colonists' fight for independence.
Illustrates flags of each of the fifty states and provides a brief account of its origins and an explanation of its design. Also lists capital, area, population, largest city, products, motto, color, animal, bird, tree, and flower of each state.
Traces the history of the American flag, explains why the flag is an important symbol of our country, and illustrates ways people observe and care for the flag.