"Becoming a national icon was not high on my list of things to do," Meyer said.

Founded in 1883, the company had become a national icon.

King has become a national icon in the history of American progressivism.

Uncle Sam is a national icon with local roots, according to the society.

In death, her Barbie doll image has become a national icon.

For some Swiss, though, the national icons have lost their appeal.

"We all tend to be a little more heroic in trying to save our national icons."

"We meant no disrespect to this national icon of freedom."

For decades, the 15-by-20-foot oil painting has served as a national icon.

In death, the tiny beauty queen has grown into a national icon.