This book offers a curated collection of 100 striking images showcasing the bald eagle, a symbol deeply embedded in American history and culture. Inspired by Preston Cook's vast collection of over 40,000 eagle-related artifacts, the book provides a visual journey through American history, highlighting the bald eagle's role as a national emblem since the adoption of the Great Seal in 1782. The images range from military insignia and rare coins to sports memorabilia and hood ornaments, all reflecting the eagle's pervasive presence in American life. Assembled over five decades, Preston's collection now resides at the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Minnesota, and this book serves as both an exploration of America's connection with its national bird and an invitation to experience this unique collection firsthand.