Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the National Flag of the United States of America is a book written by Schuyler Hamilton and published in 1852. The book provides an in-depth account of the evolution of the American flag from its inception to the present day. It traces the history of the flag back to the Revolutionary War and the design of the first flag by Betsy Ross. The book also explores the symbolism behind the flag's stars and stripes and how they have evolved over time to represent the country's growth and progress. The author delves into the various changes made to the flag over the years, including the addition of stars to represent new states and the alteration of the number of stripes. He also discusses the controversies surrounding the flag, such as the debate over whether or not it should be burned as a form of protest. Overall, Hamilton's book provides a comprehensive overview of the American flag's history and its significance to the country's identity. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, patriotism, or the symbolism of national flags.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
