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Who was displeased when the bald eagle was chosen over his turkey as the national symbol?
Benjamin Franklin
Who was chosen as a delegate of the second continental congress in Pennsylvania?
Benjamin Franklin
Which Founding Father was displeased when the bald eagle was chosen over his proposed original native turkey as a national symbol?
Benjamin Franklin. He was the one who originally proposed the turkey.
Who were chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence?
Five People were chosen. John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston and Roger Sherman.
What national symbol did Franklin propose?
Benjamin Franklin proposed the turkey as a national symbol for the United States. He believed the turkey was a more noble and respectable bird than the bald eagle, which he felt was a scavenger. However, the bald eagle ultimately became the national emblem, chosen for its majestic appearance and association with strength and freedom. Franklin's preference for the turkey remains a notable part of American folklore.
Was Benjamin Franklin chosen to lead the convention?
No, George Washington was chosen as the president of the convention. Franklin served as what was then called an "elder stateman" giving occasional wise advice as the oldest (age 81) delegate at the convention.
Why did Benjamin Franklin choose to be an apprentice?
Young men didn't necessarily choose themselves. Their fathers may have chosen for them.
Why was the gazelle chosen as Israel's national animal?
it isn't
Why was Shera the tiger chosen?
Because it is the national animal of India.
Which delagate was chosen to write the Declaration of Independence?
John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman
Which marine being has been chosen as the national aquatic animal of India?
dolphin
What does the eagle on the US 1 dollar bill stand for?
The bald eagle is the American national bird. It was chosen on June 20, 1782 because an eagle represents BRAVERY, COURAGE, LOYALTY, & FREEDOM.(Yes, bravery & courage are two different things.)Fun Fact: Benjamin Franklin wanted to use a turkey as the national bird.
