Our Flag Was Still There

Written and illustrated by Jessie Hartland

Discover the origins of the flag that inspired a nation's anthem.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.1/5 Goodreads · 211 ratings

48 pages· 832 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In 1812, a massive flag was crafted by a seamstress and her team, witnessed by a major on the brink of battle, and immortalized by poet Francis Scott Key. This is the tale of the flag that inspired 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' now a symbol of American resilience. How did this iconic flag come to be, and what stories does it hold? Explore its journey from creation to becoming a national treasure, and uncover the powerful legacy it left behind. Dive into this vibrant, true story that shaped a nation's identity.

From the publisher

“So much to like about this, including the folk art–style artwork with childlike appeal, the emphasis on the women who constructed the flag, and the important ways a symbol can influence a country for generations.” —Booklist (starred review) From beloved author-illustrator Jessie Hartland comes a whimsical nonfiction picture book that tells the story of the American flag that inspired the poem and our national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” If you go to the Smithsonian in Washington, DC, you can see a massive American flag: thirty feet tall and forty-two feet long. That’s huge! But how did it get there? And where did it come from? Well… The story of this giant flag begins in 1812 and stars a major on the eve of battle, a seamstress and her mighty helpers, and a poet named Francis Scott Key. This isn’t just the story of one flag. It’s the story of “The Star Spangled-Banner,” a poem that became our national anthem, too. Dynamically told and stunningly illustrated, Jessie Hartland brings this fascinating and true story to life.

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