Who Wanted the Turkey as the National Bird? The Surprising History Behind Benjamin Franklin’s Famous Letter
As American as apple pie the bald eagle is an iconic symbol of the United States. Its likeness adorns official seals coins, flags, stamps – even the President’s lectern. So how did this majestic bird of prey become our official national emblem? The story involves Founding Father Benjamin Franklin and his tongue-in-cheek preference for the … Read more