Symbols have always played a crucial role in shaping our
identity as a country. The American buffalo, the Statue of
Liberty, the Mayflower, and Uncle Sam himself have all
helped convey to the world the American values of
Liberty
and
Democracy.
*Have you ever wondered why the American colors are
red, white,
and blue? *Did you know that our national mascot
was almost a turkey rather than a bald eagle? *Many of us have
played with Lincoln Logs, but did you know that they were named after
President Abraham Lincoln, who was born in a log cabin? *Did
you know that a long time ago, the main symbol for America was an Indian
maiden? *Or that the cartoon character of Uncle Sam began as a
stamp on pieces of meat?
Symbols have interesting stories behind
them.
In the following pages you can read about a few of these
symbols.
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