National American Eagle Day

Deepthi Reddy
Dec 22, 2023 By Deepthi Reddy
Originally Published on Feb 08, 2022
Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa
American Eagle Day is a day to honor and respect the national bird, and to raise awareness among citizens.

Where is American Eagle Day celebrated?

American Eagle Day is celebrated in the United States of America, and it is a day to show gratitude for the citizens' freedom.

Who is American Eagle Day celebrated by?

American Eagle Day is celebrated by citizens, educational institutions, conservative organizations, and many other communities throughout the nation.

When did American Eagle Day first start?

American Eagle Day was first announced in 1995. In 2007, the U.S. Senate officially marked June 20 as American Eagle Day.

Who started American Eagle Day?

American Eagle Day was officially declared by the 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton.

History And Timeline

After the Revolutionary War, American colonies became independent from British leadership which led to the formation of the United States of America on July 2, 1776.

Bald Eagle Is Coined

The Bald eagle was first labeled on the Massachusetts cent in 1776. The silver dollar was labeled with a single eagle, the half-dollar with a half eagle, and the quarter with a quarter eagle, respectively.

1776

Labeled On A Seal

After many bitter disputes in 1782, this majestic bird was labeled on the country's great seal. This eagle also appeared on the president's flag, military insignia, official documents, government institutions, etc.

1782

The Bald Eagle Endangered

The Bald eagle was once in danger of becoming extinct. Illegal shooting, habitat destruction, and pesticides became a serious threat to these wildlife creatures. But with the serious conservation measures, the Bald eagles were removed from the 'endangered' list on July 12, 1995, and transferred to the 'threatened species' list.

1973

First American Eagle Day

Based on the prodding from the American Eagle Foundation, U.S. President, Bill Clinton, announced June 20, 1995 as American Eagle Day.

1995

Recognition From U.S. Senate

After continuous protection acts in 2007, the Bald eagle was removed from the 'threatened species' list by the U.S. government, and the U.S. Senate marked June 20 as American Eagle Day.

2007

Traditions And Customs

The American Bald Eagle greatly influences American culture and history, symbolizing freedom, independence, and supreme power.

No particular customs or traditions are followed on this day, but organizations and communities conduct sessions and awareness campaigns raise awareness on the importance of safeguarding this beloved wildlife species.

Ways To Celebrate American Eagle Day

You can visit a nearby zoo or natural habitat to find Bald eagles and other species and capture them on camera.

You can spend your time reading books on eagles, such as 'Bald Eagles: Their Life And Behavior In North America' by Art Wolfe.

You could also think about ideas for other efforts in protecting this wildlife species, like educating the people around you about the need for less use of pesticides.

Teach your kids the importance of this day and engage them in fun activities, like drawing Bald eagles.

Facts And Stats

  • American Eagle Day is not a national holiday, it is an observance day to remember this once threatened species.
  • Alaska and Canada have bigger populations of Bald eagles.
  • Based on the United States Fish and Wildlife Service report, the number of Bald eagles in the wild numbered nearly 316,700 in 2019.
  • One of America's founding fathers, Ben Franklin, suggested the rattlesnake as an American national symbol as it is found only in the USA.
  • Different species of eagles are used as national animals and national birds of different countries such as Scotland, Albania, Kazakhstan, Germany, Mexico, Namibia, etc.
  • The American Eagle Foundation is a famous non-profit organization that hosts activities revolving around the protection of birds of prey, like Bald eagles.

What day is National American Eagle Day?

June 20 of every year is celebrated as American Eagle Day. It is an occasion to celebrate the America's National symbol.

What is the American Eagle a symbol of?

The Bald eagle is depicted on the American seal with its wings outspread. This represents the freedom that Americans achieved from England with supreme courage. It also symbolizes eternal power, honesty, and wisdom.

Who started American Eagle Day?

The first American Eagle Day was started in 1995 by U.S. President, Bill Clinton.

What is the significance of American Eagle Day?

The importance of American Eagle Day is to remember and celebrate the success of conserving this threatened species.

How do people celebrate American Eagle Day?

American Eagle Day is also known as National Eagle Day or Bald Eagle Day. On this day, educational and conservation institutes conduct several seminars and workshops to raise awareness for saving the Bald eagles and other species. The American Eagle Foundation plays an active role in conducting the events.

Why do people celebrate American Eagle Day?

People celebrate American Eagle Day as a display of their value for the freedom and power they have obtained from the British after many struggles.

What is the history & origin of American Eagle Day?

American Eagle Day began in 1995 by President Bill Clinton. After his announcement, 41 states in the USA have made June 20 the official observance of American Eagle Day.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Saturday, June 20, 2020
  • Sunday, June 20, 2021
  • Monday, June 20, 2022
  • Tuesday, June 20, 2023
  • Thursday, June 20, 2024

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Written by Deepthi Reddy

Master of Business Administration

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Deepthi ReddyMaster of Business Administration

With an MBA under her belt, Deepthi has discovered her true calling in content writing. Her writing repertoire is diverse, covering travel, movies, pet care, parenting, animals and birds, and more. Her joy of learning and creating has helped her craft well-written and engaging articles. When she isn't writing, Deepthi enjoys exploring new cultures, trying different foods, and spending quality time with her two children aged 7 and 12.

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Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa

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Shruti ThapaBachelor of Arts specializing in English

With a passion for American, British, and children's literature, Shruti is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at Garden City University, Bengaluru. Her fluency in Nepali, Hindi, and Mandarin demonstrates her linguistic abilities and global perspective. In addition to her literary pursuits, she has a keen interest in non-fiction literature, aesthetics, early childhood education, and Egyptian history. Shruti's research paper 'Bringing Art Illustrations In Education And Pop Culture' showcases her proficiency in these areas and her dedication to academic excellence.

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