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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Betsy Ross House, 1900, historic photo

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Betsy Ross House, 1900, historic photo

An historic photo of the Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The sign in the window of the building reads: "Birthplace of Old Glory, The First American Flag adopted by Congress, June 14th, 1777, as the National Standard, was made in this house by Betsy Ross." Other signs in this view are: Samuel L. Drake, Printer, Lithographer; Carey & Co. Coach Lamps; William Chambers, Hame Chain Maker; Berger Bros., Tinners' Hardware, Roofers' Supplies.

The Betsy Ross House is located at 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is open to the public and one of the most popular tourist attractions in Philadelphia.

This photo is by Detroit Publishing Co., 1900.

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