To "Baldly" Go: How the Bald Eagle Became the Symbol of America

If you've ever seen the musical '1776,' then you're likely familiar with the spirited debate between Founding Fathers John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin about which bird should be the symbol of America. Adams vies for the bald eagle, Jefferson the ring-necked pheasant, and Franklin the wild turkey. All three species are native to the United States, yet history shows us that it was the bald eagle that ultimately won out. But was John Adams truly the reason for this? Or is this legend the result of Broadway fantasy? Tune in this week to find out!