I believe that Francis Hopkinson created the nation’s first flag. Why I believe that Francis Hopkinson  created the flag is because he had the receipts to prove it. While the proof that Betsy Ross made the flag is just a story that is told very often. So in my opinion Francis Hopkinson has more evidence that he created the flag. That is why I believe that Francis Hopkinson created the nation’s first flag.

Shays joined the local militia during the American Revolution.

Shays fought in the Battle of Lexington.

Shays fought in three battles.

The Shays Rebellion.

Daniel Shays

Rank of captain.

Was wounded during the war.

Shays resigned from military, unpaid in 1780.

Was presented with an ornamental sword by General Lafayette.

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