(Video produced by Julia Cecere, AEF Media Manager)
Challenger the Bald Eagle soars over Lincoln Financial Field during the national anthem at the Philadelphia Eagles Military Appreciation Game on November 10th 2014.
Challenger is a 25-year-old non-releasable male Bald Eagle cared for by the non-profit American Eagle Foundation. This majestic bird has become a free-flying educational ambassador for his species, soaring through hundreds of stadiums, arenas, ballrooms, and classrooms across the U.S. since 1991. He was blown from his nest at 5-weeks of age and rescued by well-meaning people who proceeded to hand-raise him. As a result, he became imprinted for life.
