Red, White, Blue and Uncle Who?: The Stories Behind Some of America's Patriotic Symbols
By Teresa Bateman
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Publication Date: May 12, 2026
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Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7
Discover the secret history behind 17 American patriotic symbols, from the Great Seal to the Washington Monument, in this new and updated edition.
Have you ever wondered how the Liberty Bell got cracked? Did you know the wild turkey almost became the national bird of the United States? And who is Uncle Sam, anyway?
Answer all these questions and many more as you explore the history behind seventeen well-known monuments and symbols of the United States of America—including the Pledge of Allegience, the Capitol Building and more.
Descriptions of each symbol include the history behind it, the people involved in creating it, and intriguing trivia. Important dates are highlighted, helping to create a timeline of when these patriotic symbols became accepted parts of our nation's history.
John O'Brien's black-and-white cartoon illustrations on nearly every page add a touch of humor to the engaging text. New content includes information about new monuments and symbols, like the Buffalo, as well as a chart on the symbols of all 50 states. An index is also included.
Have you ever wondered how the Liberty Bell got cracked? Did you know the wild turkey almost became the national bird of the United States? And who is Uncle Sam, anyway?
Answer all these questions and many more as you explore the history behind seventeen well-known monuments and symbols of the United States of America—including the Pledge of Allegience, the Capitol Building and more.
Descriptions of each symbol include the history behind it, the people involved in creating it, and intriguing trivia. Important dates are highlighted, helping to create a timeline of when these patriotic symbols became accepted parts of our nation's history.
John O'Brien's black-and-white cartoon illustrations on nearly every page add a touch of humor to the engaging text. New content includes information about new monuments and symbols, like the Buffalo, as well as a chart on the symbols of all 50 states. An index is also included.
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