Michigan’s State Seal Research By Dana
Facts About The Seal The shield is held by two animals representing Michigan, the elk and the moose. “Tuebor” means “I will defend.” Lewis Cass was Michigan’s 2 nd governor. Lewis also selected the seal as it is.
More Facts About The Seal The eagle holds 13 olives on a branch to represent the first 13 states. The eagle also holds 3 arrows to represent that Michigan is ready to defend its principles. “E Pluribus Unum” means “From Many One.”
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