Betsy Ross

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Betsy Ross was an American seamstress credited with designing and sewing the first American flag. According to legend, she created the flag in 1776 at the request of George Washington and other members of the Continental Congress, symbolizing the birth of the United States. Her contributions to American history are celebrated, particularly during Independence Day celebrations, and she is recognized as a pioneering figure in the early fabric of the nation.