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Bald eagle: Icon of freedom, now officially America's national bird

For nearly 250 years, the bald eagle has represented self-reliance and virtue for Americans-and it is now finally getting its due

The greater coat of arms of the United States of America, as depicted on passports, embassies and the Great Seal | Photo: wikipedia
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The greater coat of arms of the United States of America, as depicted on passports, embassies and the Great Seal | Photo: wikipedia

Sandeep Goyal
The bald eagle has long been synonymous with American ideals — freedom, resilience, and strength. It first appeared on the Great Seal of the United States in 1782, a decision by the founding fathers that elevated the bird to a symbol of national pride. Despite its lofty cultural status, it remained a national symbol. No law had ever formally named the bald eagle as the national bird. Well, that is about to change.
 
After nearly 250 years as a soaring symbolism, the bald eagle is finally getting its official title. The US Congress has passed a bipartisan Bill to formally
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