American Symbols
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MissCooperK
Last updated 6 years ago
Discipline:
Social Studies Subject:
American History


The bald eagle was chosen because it symbolized strength, courage, freedom, and immortality.
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Fast Facts: US Flag - The Stripes represent the 13 colonies - The Stars represent the 50 states- White: Signifies Purity- Blue: Signifies Valor and Bravery- Red: Signifies Perseverance & Justice
American Symbols
United States Flag
White House
Statue of Liberty Virtual Tourhttp://www.nps.gov/stli/photosmultimedia/virtualtour.htm
Located in Washington, DC, this stone structure honors the "Father of our Country," General, and the first president of the United States George Washington.
Bibliography Ben's Guide to US Government. (n.d.). American flag. Retrieved from http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/symbols/Ben's Guide to US Government. (n.d.). Bald Eagle. Retrieved from http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/symbols/Ben's Guide to US Government. (n.d.). The Liberty Bell. Retrieved from http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/symbols/
The Liberty BellThe Liberty Bell rang when the Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence and has become the symbol of freedom in the United States. The bell weighs about 2000 pounds.
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