Betsy Ross and the Making of America

This book provides a detailed portrait of Betsy Ross, challenging popular narratives about her involvement with the creation of the United States flag.

It delves into colonial and early federal history, examining the life of a working-class woman during the Revolution and shedding light on the lives of artisan families who crafted the young nation.

The biography covers Ross's Quaker upbringing, her apprenticeship, marriages, and the impact of the Revolution on daily life.