U.S. Great Seal Eagle Emblem - Historical Symbol of American Authority #3423537 (License: Personal Use)

This monochrome heraldic illustration depicts the bald eagle from the Great Seal of the United States, with wings fully spread, gripping a shield emblazoned with vertical stripes. In its talons, it holds an olive branch (symbolizing peace) in the right and a bundle of 13 arrows (representing war readiness and the original colonies) in the left. The eagle’s head faces the olive branch, signifying a preference for peace.

Commonly used on official U.S. government documents, currency, passports, and federal agency seals; this image serves users seeking historical, governmental, or patriotic symbolism for educational, design, or civic purposes.