The Bex Eagle

In 1980, Brian Bex commissioned Lorenzo Ghiglieri to sculpt the eagle as a gift to Ronald Reagan

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Quick Facts

Location:

World War I Memorial

Significance:

National Symbol of the United States of America

Designation:

National Park

Amenities

1 listed

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The Bex Eagle, named after its commissioner Brian Bex, was dedicated in 1982. It was sculpted by Lorenzo Ghiglieri in 1980 and given to the National Park Service after its dedication. The eagle commemorates the bicentennial of the bird becoming America’s national symbol.