The Statue of Liberty is a iconic part of American history and represents freedom and goodwill to so many people. It has been standing tall on Liberty Island for nearly 150 years and is a important part of New York City. Get to know a little about The Statue of Liberty, how it was created, and what it represents.
Key Takeaways:
- The Statue of Liberty has represented freedom from tyranny, financial hardship and suffering for many immigrants since the late 1800s.
- The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation website says the broken shackles at Liberty’s feet symbolize breaking away from tyranny and oppression.
- Frederic Bartholdi and Gustave Eiffel, who created the Paris’ Eiffel Tower, created the frame of the statue.
“The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation website says the broken shackles at Liberty’s feet symbolize breaking away from tyranny and oppression.”
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