First- before we discuss eagles…
Let’s pay attention to the fact that today is Juneteenth. 155 years ago, the last Confederate State (Texas) was ordered to release all the enslaved Blacks in their domain. Which made TheDonald’s planned visit to Tulsa on this date even more problematic. Since Tulsa involved the largest instance of racial violence (against Blacks) in the US. But, he moved the rall to tomorrow after the hues and cries. Yup. Just to prove he isn’t racist. (You bought that bridge in Arizona, I see.)
Now, back to the eagles.
I grew up in New York. Which meant except for books and zoos, I never saw an eagle up close. That happened when I began developing a water reuse system for Bunker Hill Mining in Kellogg, Idaho. Bunker Hill was owned by the Hunt brothers- and they really weren’t gung ho about environmental improvements- they wanted to initiate water reuse so they would not be subject to the regulations of the EPA and the USA- that’s what water reuse was to provide them.
I would fly to Spokane, visit my clients in that city and then drive to Kellogg. Through one of the most beautiful places in the USA- Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. It was there that I saw my first eagle, soaring over the water.
No, wait. It was there that I saw dozens of eagles, soaring over the water. And, that summer I took my two daughters to the area. Where we drove around the lake, stopping to see all the eagles- and the rest of the wildlife.
Since then, I’ve seen plenty. I always find those American icons to be mesmerizing.
It was 15 years ago when Bill Clinton (then US President) and Don Sundquist (TN governor) recognize 20 June as American Eagle Day. The date was chosen because in 1792, on 20 June, the Second Continental Congress stipulated the eagle as our national icon.
And, my friend is also
so enamored by the American Eagle. So much so that his foundation is called the Eyrie Foundation, and his car sports an eyrie license plate. Not to mention a nearly 8 foot tall sculpture by Kitty Cantrell in his vestibule.
Go celebrate the American Eagle. And, let’s make sure that the Emancipation Proclamation is not just lip service.
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I did not know about this history.. so thank you Roy.. and whenever I see an eagle flying overhead, it is simply a fascinating sight for me too..
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I’ve always wanted to travel to Alaska to see the Eagles. But knowing they are closer than that by way of Idaho, I may just have to make a trip there instead.
When we lived in Illinois, I think I saw one flying over the lake – but don’t bet on that. I don’t know and no one could tell me yea or neigh.
I’ve always liked the Eagles. They are majestic and have a wonderful story in the way they watch for their prey.
I’ve seen eagles in Alaska, the Eastern Shore, Coeur d’Alene, and British Columbia. But, the ones in Coeur d’Alene- and the numbers of them- they’re my favorites.
What a beautiful sculpture….8 feet tall!! WOW
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It’s truly amazing when you see it in person, Martha!
Long may the eagles fly. They are majestic.
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They certainly are. As long as no one changes the rules, so they can be killed as sport, they will survive.
Love this post Roy! Eagles are so majestic I’m not surprised there’s a day dedicated to them. I learned something today, thanks!
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Glad to so impart. I still remember the first time I saw that eagle flying over my car.
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