America the Bear Plush (8.5") - Ty - Beanie Babies Series - (2001)

America the Bear is a meaningful patriotic Ty Beanie Baby created as a tribute to those affected by the September 11, 2001, national tragedy. The bear features a soft light-blue plush body with rounded ears, classic black button-style eyes, and a larger black nose. A red, white, and blue ribbon is tied around the neck, while an embroidered American flag is prominently displayed across the chest, giving this collectible a distinctive patriotic appearance.

Made with soft plush fabric, polyester fiber, and P.E. pellet filling, America the Bear has the lightweight, flexible construction associated with classic Ty Beanie Babies. Its swing tag includes a memorial message honoring those who lost their lives and expressing sympathy to their families. Ty donated proceeds from the original sales to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, adding historical and charitable significance to this retired 2001 collectible. It makes a thoughtful addition to Ty collections, patriotic memorabilia displays, and collections focused on historically meaningful plush.