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Liberty Bell
The Liberty Bell is an iconic symbol of American freedom. The bell cracked and was repaired a couple of times shortly after its arrival in the United States. After it was cracked again in the 19th century, it was retired to Liberty Bell Center, where it is still on display.
249 Questions
The strike note of the Liberty Bell is what note?
"PROCLAIM LIBERTY THROUGHOUT ALL THE LAND UNTO ALL THE INHABITANTS THEREOF LEV. XXV X. BY ORDER OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE PROVINCE OF PENSYLVANIA FOR THE STATE HOUSE IN PHILADA PASS AND STOW PHILADA MDCCLIII"
Is the liberty bell in Harrisburg Pennsylvania?
Yes, the original Liberty Bell is located in Old City Philadelphia near Independence Hall. Dozens of replica bells can be found throughout the United States, including some 55 ordered by the Treasury Department as part of a 1950 savings bond drive.
Why is Pennsylvania misspelled on the Liberty Bell?
At the time the bell was created, it actually wasn't misspelled. According to the National Park Service:It is often incorrectly noted that there is a misspelling on the Liberty Bell. In the 18th century, spelling was not standardized and it was acceptable to spell Pennsylvania with one "n," or in a number of other ways. The copy of the letter written by the Speaker of the Pennsylvania Assembly specifying the bell's inscription spells Pennsylvania with only one "n."
More can be read at
http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/twhp/wwwlps/lessons/36liberty/36setting.htm
Did Paul Revere fix the Liberty Bell?
yes. paul revere invented a 900 pound bell which later became the liberty bell.
NO! The original Liberty Bell was made in London by the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in 1752.
Did Samuel Griscom build the Liberty Bell?
It is possible the Griscom name was responsible for the manufacture of the Liberty Bell.My name is Alfred Griscom.It is my understanding that my great,great grandfather,Chalkley Griscom a Quaker and his brother also named Samuel Griscom (not the father of Betsy) owned a coal mine and ironworks factory in Mahanoy PA.Not sure how far back ownership went but it could have been Samuel Griscom and possibly not the same Sam you suspect OR the factory could go farther back than I know.The whole family in my tree goes back to Andrew Griscom B.England and came to America around 1870Plus or minus. I wonder if it's my great great uncle who did the bell. Chalkley Griscom was the father of Lewis Griscom,1847 whose son was my grandfather,Alfred Chalkley Griscom B.1873,,Pottsville PA. Also my father was Wilbur Griscom,1905,NYC.I was born 1947,Bridgeport,CT..I found my lineage on Rootsweb almost two years ago.If I could be any further assistance,contact me at fred2003@usa.com......Fred Griscom
Is the Liberty Bell rung on the Fourth of July?
In Philadelphia, the Liberty Bell rings out from the tower of the Pennsylvania State House (now known as Independence Hall), summoning citizens to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, by Colonel John Nixon.
What does ringing the Liberty Bell mean?
it means
Proclaim Liberty throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants thereof Lev. XXV X
By Order of the Assembly of the Province of Pensylvania for the State House in Philada
Pass and Stow
Philada
MDCCLIII
Who gave the Liberty Bell to the US?
the liberty bell arrived in philadlphia in march of 1753. it was made at the whitechapel foundry located in london, england.
It cracked the first time it rang, and the second time it was cracked also and it rendered it unrigable. No name of an individual was given for the tragic event in the crack that was caused by the ringing of the Liberty Bell.
What city would you find the Liberty Bell?
You can find the Liberty Bell in Phildelphia. It is in some kind of building with glass the whole way around the bell. So if your walking through Phillie you can see the bell. It's a really cool and informational trip that I took in 4th grade. It was a good experence. If you've never been to Phillie to see the Liberty Bell, consider it. Again, it is in the heart of Phildelphia, PA.
What is the value of 1975 penny with US and Liberty Bell engraved on it?
One cent.
The Liberty Bell image is one of many that's stamped (not engraved) onto normal cents by private companies, then sold as novelty items. From a coin collector's perspective they're considered to be damaged or altered coins and have no extra value.
How long did it take to make the liberty bell?
How long will the trip to see the liberty bell take you ?
Who is the connection between john pass and john stow and the Liberty Bell?
They never cracked it! John Pass and John Stow were important men.
The liberty bell cracked when it first rang.Then some people tried to fix it but it never worked. Then the people left it alone. If you look in a picture in IMAGES and write LIBERTY BELL you will see their name on it!
What year did the Liberty Bell get its first crack?
The Liberty Bell cracked in July of the year 1835.It was cracked the first time it had been rang.
but how did it crack the first time it rang when it said in another ? it said that every fourth of July an old man rang it
Why did they build the Liberty Bell?
The Liberty Bell was ordered in 1751 to commemorate William Penn's 1701 Charter of Privileges, which had been passed 50 years earlier. It was cast in 1752 in London and commissioned as the bell for the Pennsylvania State House (now called Independence Hall). The Liberty Bell represented the freedoms valued by the Pennsylvania colony. Its founder, William Penn, showed unique free thinking with his novel ideas on religious freedom, Native American rights, and citizen participation in government.
The bell's first crack appeared during the test ringing. It was recast with more copper to make the metal alloy stronger. The bell cracked again when it was rung during John Marshall's funeral in 1835. The Liberty Bell rang its last note in 1846 to honor George Washington's birthday. After the bell was rung on Washington's birthday, there appeared a distinct jagged line that prevented the bell from ever being rung again.
How many times did the Liberty Bell ring in total?
it rang at least 4 times but the first time it cracked and all the other times the just like hit alittle bit and very lightly
Why did the liberty bell crack 2 times?
Becuase at the time the bell was rang so often that it cracked. then they tried to fix it and did so. then they rang it so much again that it cracked all the way up and the liberty bell cannot ring again.
What was written on the Liberty Bell?
what different political stances in various eras. The history of American conservatism has been marked by tensions and outright contradictions, with intellectual debates not only between types of anti-communists and anti-statists, but between traditionalist and individualists who affirmed the primacy of religion, politics, or economics[1] The first sustained political movement that tried to bring together most of the different strands appeared in the 1950s.[2] Before this, however, Allitt (2009) finds that, "Certain continuities can be traced through American history. The conservative 'attitude' ... was one of trusting to the past, to long-established patterns of thought and conduct, and of assuming that novelties were more likely to be dangerous than advantageous."[3] Historian Gregory Schneider identifies several constants in American conservatism: respect for tradition, support of republicanism, preservation of "the rule of law and the Christian religion", and a defense of "Western civilization from the challenges of modernist culture and totalitarian governments."[4] From the late 19th century onward, conservatives have been dedicated to preventing the rise and spread of socialism and communism[5][6]
The modern conservative movement is often identified with the ideas in Russell Kirk's The Conservative Mind, published in 1953.[7] In 1955, William F. Buckley, Jr. founded National Review, a conservative magazine that included traditionalists, such as Kirk, along with Roman Catholics, some libertarians, and anti-communists. This bringing together of separate ideologies under a conservative umbrella was known as "fusionism". Modern conservatism became a major political force in 1964, when Barry Goldwater, a U.S. Senator from Arizona and author of The Conscience of a Conservative (1960), won the Republican presidential nomination after a fierce contest. He lost badly in the national election but permanently shifted the party to the right. In the 1970s moral issues-abortion, sexuality, and the family-became politically prominent and conservatives staked out distinctive positions, often with grassroots support from religious organizations such as the Moral Majority.
In the 1980s President Ronald Reagan solidified conservative Republican strength with tax cuts, deregulation, a policy of rolling back Communism (rather than just containing it), a greatly strengthened military, and appeals to family values, Christian morality, and limited government. The Reagan model became the conservative standard for social, economic and foreign policy issues, and that era of American history became known as the "Reagan Era."[8]
Core conservative beliefs in the 21st century include reduced government regulation of business and banking,[9] resistance to world government and to environmentalism, support for Israel[10] and for American military intervention overseas,[11] opposition to abortion and homosexuality, support for Christian education in the public schools,[12][13] support for the right to bear arms,[14] securing the U.S borders and strict enforcement of the law,[15] and a sharp reduction in taxes.[16][17][18] As of June 2010[update], 4
How big is the liberty bell and how much does it weigh?
The Liberty Bell weighs 2,055 pounds (900 kilograms).
What is the location of the liberty bell?
The Liberty Bell is located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
When was the Liberty Bell last rung?
The Liberty Bell was last rung on George Washington's birthday; February 22, 1846; and it was at this ringing that the crack on the bell widened, placing it permanently out of commission. Since then, the bell has not been rung; but is ceremoniously tapped, every July 4th.
Does anyone know if a US Bicentennial gold coin with a liberty bell on front is worth anything?
No gold Bicentennial coins of any kind were made by the US Mint, many common dollars, half dollars and quarters have been gold plated and sold as "Collectibles" for inflated prices.
