First American Flag Raising in San Francisco

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Located in San Francisco, California, the First American Flag Raising site holds historical significance as the spot where Commander John B. Montgomery of the U.S.S. Portsmouth raised the American flag for the first time in the city on July 9, 1846. Marked by the Daughters of the American Revolution, this site commemorates an important moment in San Francisco's history.

Adjacent to Portsmouth Plaza, this site is also close to other points of historical interest such as the Clay Street Hill Railroad Site, the First Public School in California, and the Robert Louis Stevenson Remembrance. Visitors can explore the rich history of the Gold Rush era and discover the significance of this location in shaping the city's past.

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