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There is no record that anyone else other than Betsy Ross sewed the first American Flag. However, since it was not an "official" flag, there were others who sewed this pattern for various regiments.

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What is the difference between a real American flag and the US Flag?

There is no such thing as the American flag. America consists of two continents, each country has its own flag. As does the USA.


Why did the US add the last two stars on the flag?

The final two stars were added to the flag to represent Alaska and Hawaii.


When did the number of stripes changed on the american flag?

In 1795 and again in 1818. In 1795 after Vermont and Kentucky were admitted to the USA two more stars and two more stripes were added to the flag of the United States of America. This 15 star 15 stripe US flag lasted until 1818 when five more states were admitted. At that time the US Congress decided to revert to the original 13 alternating red and white stripes and add a star to represent each new state. The 15 star 15 stripe flag is known as the "Star Spangled Banner" the flag of our National Anthem.


What are the main two colors in Hatti's flag?

Red and yellow


When was the American flag changed?

The flag of the United States of America has been changed 27 times, beginning with the first flag on June 14, 1777. It had 13 stars and 13 stripes. The second flag was made official in 1795 when two more states were admitted: Vermont and Kentucky. This flag from 1795 to 1818 had 15 stars and 15 stripes. Then in 1818 the flag was changed back to 13 stripes adding a star for each new state admitted to the U.S. The remaining 23 flags were made official on July 4th at various intervals until the latest flag with 50 stars representing Hawaii statehood (August 1959) became official on July 4th 1960.

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How can I sew a double-sided flag?

To sew a double-sided flag, first cut two flag shapes from your chosen fabric. Place the two pieces together with the right sides facing out. Sew around the edges, leaving a small opening to turn the flag inside out. Turn the flag right side out, press it flat, and then sew the opening closed. Finally, add any desired embellishments or a sleeve for hanging.


When was Betsy Ross ask to make the American flag?

She didn't make the flag. This is a story her grandson made up in 1870. Congress gives credit to Francis Hopkinsonwho designed the flag. The first flag was made for the navy in 1776 and it was a basic British flag with stripes. The second flag had stars where the British flag had a cross.Mary Pickersgillwas contracted to sew two flags for Fort McHenryin 1813. The first flag, which became the Star Spangled Banner, was a garrison flag. The second one was used for foul weather.Read more at the National Museum of American History


What is the difference between a real American flag and the US Flag?

There is no such thing as the American flag. America consists of two continents, each country has its own flag. As does the USA.


What two design elements can be found in the U.S. flag?

Pattern and rhythm are two design elements found in the American flag.


Who were the three people that asked Betsey Ross to make the first American flag?

George Wasington, I forgot the other two lol


How many right angles those the American flag have?

two


What is the two symbols of the US?

Two symbols of the US are the bald eagle, representing freedom and strength, and the American flag, symbolizing unity and patriotism.


Is it true that Target will not fly the American flag?

I searched the two stores by home and no flag. Odd!


When two or three flags are flown together what position would the American flag have?

The American Flag always has precedence by flying higher than other flags .


What was the last two states added to the American flag?

Hawaii and Alaska


What south American country' flag has two different emblems?

Paraguay


Last two states added to the American flag?

Hawaii and Alaska