Symbols of the Federal Bureau of Investigation on domestic intelligence matters with the invention of the motto: "He's credited in some bureau histories with inventing (in 1935) not only the bureau's name, but its official motto: Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity." The outer edge of the seal consists of a series of beveled golden peaks. This represents the severe challenges that the FBI faces every day and alludes to the ruggedness of the organization. The gold color represents the richness and history of the Bureau's mission. The FBI seal should not be confused with the FBI badge, which dates from 1935 and has a very different design that does
Fidelity, Illinois continues that Russell replied, "That's true fidelity." Simmons built a log cabin there, and in 1850, Russell and his brother also settled in the area. The Russell brothers are credited with having ensured the town was officially named "Fidelity". A post office was established in the village in 1854. During the mid-20th century, Fidelity was reportedly the site of "a small Army barracks, grain elevator, several doctors and dentists, a blacksmith shop and grocery stores." Since then, Fidelity has become a tiny village made up mostly of small homes. The post office is now the only remaining business and its