Chosen by the America’s Founders in 1782, the bald eagle symbolizes America’s strength and independence. On the Great Seal, it holds an olive branch for peace and arrows for defense — with its gaze toward peace. Since then, the eagle has become a lasting emblem of American freedom and patriotism. #America250 https://share.america.gov/its-official-bald-eagle-americas-national-bird/ | U.S. Embassy Asmara Eritrea

It's National American Eagle Day! 🦅 DYK❓If Benjamin Franklin had gotten his way, our national bird would be a turkey! 🦃 Thankfully Congress overruled him, and in 1782 the bald eagle became a part of our country's national seal 🇺🇸 | Concealed Coalition