Some of Our Nation's Symbols
Our Flag
Our National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
The Statue of Liberty in New York
Did you know that the Statue of Liberty was a gift to us from France? You can read about the Statue of Liberty here.
The Liberty Bell in Pennsylvania
The Bald Eagle
You already know that the bald eagle is our national bird, and you've probably seen it on the Great Seal of the United States. But, did you know that Benjamin Franklin thought that our national bird should've been the turkey?
Watch the videos and click on the links below to learn more about this majestic bird and the Great Seal:
https://animalfactguide.com/animal-facts/bald-eagle/
https://bensguide.gpo.gov/j-great-seal?highlight=WyJncmVhdCIsInNlYWwiLCJzZWFsJ3MiLCJncmVhdCBzZWFsIl0%3D
Watch the videos and click on the links below to learn more about this majestic bird and the Great Seal:
https://animalfactguide.com/animal-facts/bald-eagle/
https://bensguide.gpo.gov/j-great-seal?highlight=WyJncmVhdCIsInNlYWwiLCJzZWFsJ3MiLCJncmVhdCBzZWFsIl0%3D
Monuments in Washington, D.C.
Some American Holidays
Martin Luther King Jr. Day -- Celebrated the 3rd Monday in January
Memorial Day -- Celebrated the Last Monday in May
Independence Day -- July 4
On the 4th of July in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved. By approving that document, our country declared (announced) that we would no longer be ruled by Great Britain. The 4th of July is known as the birthday of the United States of America. Here's more information about the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Veterans Day -- November 11
Veterans Day honors all people who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard). You can read about Veterans Day here.