The bird, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor this week.

The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor on Tuesday: It officially became the country's national bird.

Is it all real?’ the Sun asked 127 years ago. ‘Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding.’ ...

It is also the leading insignia for all U.S. military branches. The bald eagle has appeared on currency, public buildings, ...