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On May 6, 1945, when members of the 11th Armored Division of the U.S. Army marched into the Mauthausen concentration camp, they were presented with an extraordinary gift. A group of prisoners, had surreptitiously pieced together a U.S. flag with an extra row of stars.
69) A grand old flag
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Describes the history of the American flag, along with photographs of antique flags, illustrating its appearance with different numbers of stars, and concluding with a short section on flag etiquette.
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Join Francis Scott Key on the choppy waters of the Chesapeake Bay in this stunning picture book that will transport you to one of the most important days in U.S. history. This book tells the story of the creation of the American National Anthem. Historically accurate and beautifully illustrated this book will appeal to children and parents alike.
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Scope and content: Biography of Capt. William Driver, who is credited with giving the American flag the nickname of "Old Glory," and his family. Also includes a biographical sketch of C. Primo Bartolini, an Italian immigrant who became an American citizen, and who, in 1931, built his house on the foundation of Driver's home. Details about both men's homes are provided. Bartolini worked for a while with the Works Progress Administration, and a short...