The Statue of Liberty: The One with Open Arms

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You see her, “Lady Liberty” standing tall and strong, reminding travelers of America’s independence. Lying on a podium of marble, she stands freely. Her torch lights the way for a prosperous future and her tablet provides justice. Lady Liberty remains a memorable symbol to the American people, all thanks to Fredric Bartholdi and Gustave Eiffel. In 1876, Mrs. Liberty was built and then unveiled on October 28, 1886. In 1924, Lady Liberty gained the status of a National Monument. Before, congress delayed this event, until the Antiquities Act took place. Approved in 1906, the Antiquities Act allowed the president to restrict the use of public land, owned by the federal government. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge, on the behalf of this law, declared the Statue of Liberty a national monument. So, from 1924 - 2014, the Statue of Liberty has and is holding the status of a national monument. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most important and memorable monuments in America. She weighs around 62,000 lb (31 tons) and measures 151 ft. and 1 while lying on a 12 acre land. This goddess-like statue was built on Bedloe’s Island, later on known as Liberty Island, in New York Harbor, New York. French sculptor, Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi (also known as F.A. Bartholdi) and his companion Gustave Eiffel, creator of the Eiffel tower, are credited with designing this beautiful statue. Fredric Bartholdi was the architect of the project and was committed to it. Since money was necessary, he helped begin fundraisers. One of these was located in Madison Square. While going around different areas, he met different people. He then tried to persuade them into helping fundraise, raise awareness, and gain support for the project. To assist him, Frede... ... middle of paper ... ...o New York, remember Lady Liberty, and her importance to the United States and France. Works Cited "Liberty, Statue of." The Columbia Encyclopedia, 6th ed.. 2013. Encyclopedia.com. May2 2014 . "Statue of Liberty." Dictionary of American History. 2003. Encyclopedia.com. 2 May. 2014 . "Statue of Liberty." World Encyclopedia. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. 2 May. 2014 . “Statue of Liberty” Unknown date. New York Entertainment. May 2, 2014 00442464.jpg. 12/31/2000 5:00:00 PM. Microsoft Office Clip Art. May 2, 2014. Lady Liberty. Unknown date. Nynytours. May 2, 2014 Yadayadafishpaste. Unknown date. May 2, 2014

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