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"In Seventeen and eighty two

Above this Nation's skies so blue

An Eagle took a maiden flight

For liberty and human right.

 

Immortalized upon the seal

Native arrows it does wield

Symbolizing might and strength

An olive branch for peace at length."

 

From "One Nation"

 

For a better understanding of these verses, take a dollar bill out of your pocket and look at the eagle on the great seal on the back of the bill. Notice also that the eagle's head is turned toward the side of the olive branch, favoring peace. The great seal was thoughtfully planned, and included Native American symbolism at a time when Native Americans and colonists were at violent odds. Intriguing!

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Uploaded on December 11, 2014
Taken on December 7, 2014