Celebrating our living symbol of freedom.

• Position: American Eagle Day - Brief article

American Eagle Day is a commemorative annual national day on June 20--the beginning of summer--to celebrate the bald eagle's symbolism and dramatic comeback from the brink of extinction. For more than 230 years, the bald eagle has served as the living symbol of all that America stands for: freedom, courage, strength, spirit, independence, democracy, and excellence.

On June 20, 1782, our nation's Founding Fathers placed the image of this majestic bird, which is unique to North America, at the center of the Great Seal of the U.S.

The American Eagle Foundation, along with Congress and governors coast to coast, invite U.S. citizens to celebrate by remembering the Bald Eagle's dramatic recovery, reflecting on its special symbolism, and conducting educational activities and ceremonies (including recognizing "American Eagles" in their communities--those individuals who exemplify the qualities the bald eagle represents.)

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