Eagle (disambiguation) facts for kids

Eagle is a word that can mean many different things! It's used for powerful birds, cool vehicles, famous groups, and even people. Let's explore some of the ways "Eagle" is used around the world.

Animals

• The most common meaning of "Eagle" is a large, strong bird of prey. Eagles are known for their sharp eyesight and powerful claws. They are often seen as symbols of strength and freedom.
• An Eagle ray is a type of ray, which is a flat fish related to sharks. These rays have wide, wing-like fins that make them look like they are flying through the water.

Vehicles

Many different vehicles have been named "Eagle" because of the bird's power and speed.

• The Apollo 11 lunar module was the part of the spacecraft that landed on the Moon in 1969. It was the first time humans landed on another celestial body!
• The AMC Eagle was a special car made by American Motors Corporation. It was one of the first cars to combine features of a car and an SUV, making it good for different types of roads.
• The F-15 Eagle is a very fast and powerful fighter aircraft used by air forces around the world. It's known for its ability to fly high and fast.
• HMS Eagle refers to several warships used by the Royal Navy, which is the navy of the United Kingdom.
• The Rolls-Royce Eagle was an important aircraft engine used in planes during World War I. Another engine, the Rolls-Royce Eagle 22, was developed later in the 1940s.
• The USCGC Eagle (WIX-327) is a large sailing ship used by the United States Coast Guard. It serves as a training ship for future officers.
• The North American Eagle is a special vehicle designed to try and break the world land speed record, which is how fast a vehicle can go on land.

Businesses and Companies

• Eagle Food Centers was a chain of grocery stores that operated in the central United States until 2003.

Groups and Organizations

Many sports teams and other groups use "Eagle" in their name to show strength and spirit.

• The Boston College Eagles are a college sports team in the U.S. Atlantic Coast Conference.
• Crystal Palace F.C. is an English soccer team, and they are often called "The Eagles."
• The Eagle Scout is the highest rank a scout can earn in the Boy Scouts of America. It shows great dedication and leadership.
• The Eagles is a very famous American rock band from the 1970s, known for songs like "Hotel California."
• The Philadelphia Eagles are a professional American football team in the National Football League (NFL).
• The West Coast Eagles are a professional Australian Rules Football team.
• The USA national rugby union team is also known as "The Eagles."
• The Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles are a university sports team in the Philippines.

Characters

"Eagle" is also a popular name for characters in stories, comics, and games.

• American Eagle (comics) and Blue Eagle (comics) are superheroes in comic books.
• The Eagles (Middle-earth) are giant, intelligent birds that help characters in J.R.R. Tolkien's famous fantasy books, like The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
• Emil Eagle is a character from Disney comics.
• April Eagle and Commander Eagle are characters in the animated TV show Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs.

People

Some people are known by the nickname "Eagle" because of their skills or history.

• Eddie Belfour, also known as "Eddie the Eagle Belfour," was a professional ice hockey goalie.
• Eddie 'the Eagle' Edwards is a British ski jumper who became famous for his determined efforts in the Winter Olympics.
• Big Eagle was a leader of the Mdewakanton Sioux people in the 1800s.
• Running Eagle was a brave female war chief of the Piegan people.
• Chief War Eagle was a leader of the Santee Sioux people in the 1800s.
• William Weatherford, also known as "Red Eagle," was a Muscogee leader.

Places

Many towns, cities, and natural spots are named "Eagle."

• There are many places called Eagle in the United States, such as Eagle, Idaho, Eagle, Colorado, and Eagle, Wisconsin.
• Eagle, Lincolnshire is a village in England.
• The Eagle (crater) is a landing site on Mars where the Opportunity rover explored.

Money

• An Eagle (U.S. coin) was a gold coin in the United States that was worth $10.00.
• Today, the United States also makes special gold, silver, and platinum coins called American Gold Eagle, American Silver Eagle, and American Platinum Eagle. These are popular with collectors and investors.

Computers and Technology

• Eagle (program) is a type of software used by engineers to design electronic circuits.
• Eagle Computer was a company that made early personal computers, similar to the first IBM PCs.

Other Meanings

• In heraldry, which is the study of coats of arms and symbols, an eagle is a common and powerful symbol often seen on flags and shields.
• The Eagle (comic) was a popular comic book published in the United Kingdom.
• In the sport of golf, an "eagle" is a great score! It means you finished a hole in two strokes less than the expected number of strokes (called "par").
• "War Eagle!" is a famous battle cry used by athletes and fans of Auburn University in the United States.
• Eddie Eagle is a mascot for a program that teaches young children about gun safety.

See also

In Spanish: Eagle para niños