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Statue of Liberty
Located in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is the figure of the Roman goddess of freedom named Libertas. The statue, a gift from France to the United States, was designed by Frederic Bartholdi.
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How long is the index finger on the statue of liberty?
The index finger of the statue of liberty is 8 feet long!!!
When was the Statue of Liberty get completed?
She was completed in October 1886, being inaugurated on 28th October at a special ceremony presided over by President Grover Cleveland. Various parts of her were exhibited in and around New York in the early 1880s, soon after her arrival from France and before she was fully assembled.
Is Statue of Liberty is a state or city?
Yes, the Statue of Liberty is a National Monument located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, which is part of New York City.
What is Statue of Liberty full name?
The statue's official name is "Liberty Enlightening the World." She was modeled after the Roman goddess of liberty, hence the "liberty" part, and her torch represents the act of enlightening the world.
The statue was a joint project between the U.S. and the French—America handled the pedestal, and France designed the statue. It was supposed to be a gift for the centennial anniversary of America's independence in 1876, but it wasn't dedicated until October 28, 1886, due to numerous fundraising delays on both sides of the Atlantic.
How was the Statue of Liberty built and how long did it take?
The statue of liberty was completed in October 28! It took about 3 years to complete, but when sent to the United States it was not totally done. Pieces of the statue were shipped off and then put bck together. How nice of the French, huh!
What is Written on the tablet the Statue of Liberty is Holding?
July 4, 1776
The numbers are in roman.
How long has the statue of liberty been around for?
On June 15, 1885 the Statue of Liberty made its way (in pieces) to New York. A lot of work was left to be done getting it ready to be unveiled. Unveiling day, October 28, 1886, was declared a public holiday.
Who was the person who modeled for the making of the statue of liberty?
It is most often believed to have been Frederic Auguste Bartholdi's mother, sometimes his mistress and even as a slave.
Are there chains on the feet of the liberty statue?
No, the Statue of Liberty has broken shackles and chains laying near her feet, to remind us that freedom requires the actual action of breaking from bondage, and that on July 4th 1776, she had just recently broken free, but was already shining a light for all others to do likewise.
Who invented the statue of libery?
Though the Statue of Liberty was not invented, the designer was a sculptor named Frederic Auguste Bartholdi with help from an engineer named Alexandre Gustave Eiffel (who designed the Eiffel Tower).
Is the Statue of Liberty a stone sculpture?
No. The statue of liberty has a steel superstructure and a skin of copper with bronze accents.
It was built in France, then shipped to the US in pieces, then assembled just in time for the world fair in New York.
How does the great pyramid compare with the statue of liberty and big ben?
They will be compared because they both are big and they both are statues ?
Is the torch burning on the statue of liberty?
It is not burning real fire. It's fake, it's only a light in some plastic.
In which hand is the Statue of Liberty's torch in?
The torch is found on the right hand of the Statue of Liberty. The statue was a gift to the United States from the people of France. Every year hundreds of thousands of people and tourist take a free ferry from the Manhattan Harbor to Staten Island and can view the Statue of Liberty.
What man disigned the Statue of Liberty?
The Statue of Liberty itself was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Bartholdi, and the internal steel structure that holds the statue up was designed by Gustave Eiffel (of "Eiffel Tower" fame).
What The Statue of Liberty represents to American citizens?
Because to them, the statue was a sign of freedom, of new life, and of a brand new start on life. :)
the French gave it to the USA as a gift and wasn't always green as it is made of copper and over time has gone green due to oxygen reaction
What elements makes up the statue of liberty?
The Statue of Liberty is made of the element Copper (Cu) what made it turn green over the years was a chemical reaction of the seawater around Lady Liberty.
Did anyone ever fall or jump from the statue of liberty?
Yes.
Frederick R Law became the first person to jump off the Statue of Liberty, doing so in February 1912. He gained permission from the of the army captain of Liberty Island prior to his jump. He leapt off the observation platform, and used a parachute to land safely.
A second jump occurred in May 1923. Ralph Gleason was in the crown when he exited one of the windows. According to a witness, he turned around, seeming to want to return, but then slipped, falling to his death.
The last jump occurred in August 2001 when a French stuntman by the name of Thierry Devaux parasailed onto the Statue of Liberty. He intended to then bungee jump off the Statue, but his bungee cord became entangled in the crown of the gracious lady. Devaux hung from the torch for about half an hour, and following his rescue, he was arrested by the police.
Acid in the rain reacted with the copper to turn it green. That is why there is sometimes green on pennies. Acid in the rain reacted with the copper to turn it green. That is why there is sometimes green on pennies. Acid in the rain reacted with the copper to turn it green. That is why there is sometimes green on pennies. Acid in the rain reacted with the copper to turn it green. That is why there is sometimes green on pennies.
Which is taller empire state or Statue of Liberty?
The new statue will be called the 'Statue of Unity' in Gujarat State , India. which will be double the size of 'Statue of Liberty' in the US and four times higher than 'Christ the Redeemer' located in Rio De Janeiro.
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Can you get the statue of liberty back to its' original color?
No you cann'ot,because it has already formed a new substance.There is another way you can change it back,and thats by painting it all.
Does the woman in the Statue of Liberty have a name?
Bartholdi's mother was the model for the Statue of Liberty's face. Bartholdi's mistress was the model for her body.
Where are there replica Statue of Liberty's located?
The first model, on a small scale, was built in 1870. This first statue is now in the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris. A second model, also on a small scale, was further brought to Maceió, a city in the Northeast of Brazil. This model is in front of Maceió's first city hall, built in 1869, which is now a museum.
