Long May She Wave: The True Story of Caroline Pickersgill and Her Star-Spangled Creation

by Kristen Fulton

Other authorsHolly Berry (Illustrator)
Hardcover, 2017

Library's review

Strong women—Caroline’s relatives and an African American indentured servant— are central to this story of making the flag that flew over Fort McHenry. Provides historical context and weaves in lyrics from the “Star Spangled Banner.” Includes Author’s Note, Sources, Lyrics to the Star
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Publication

Margaret K. McElderry Books (2017), 40 pages

Description

Shares the story of the young flagmaker, whose work inspired the lyrics of the national anthem.

Language

Original language

English

Pages

40

Physical description

40 p.; 11 inches

ISBN

148146096X / 9781481460965

DDC/MDS

929.9
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