The Statue of Liberty in United States of America





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The Statue of Liberty in United States of America

July 8th, 2007 by Shenron

The Statue of Liberty was given to the United States of America by France in 1886 as a gift, and it stands at the mouth of the Hudson River in New York Harbor, and everyone who comes to the U.S. through shipping sees it, it was and is one of the first icons to greet all the immigrants who came to America since it was constructed.

The structure is 151 feet tall and stands on top of a rectangle shaped pedestal, and it is the most recognizable icons for the U.S.A. after the U.S. flag. Historically to the citizens of the United States it represents freedom and liberty from oppression, and has undergone extensive restorations throughout its lifetime, maintained and cared for by the government. Construction of the statue itself was to be completed by 1876 for the Centennial of the U.S. however it was delayed until 1884, and then construction of the overall site was completed in 1886, with the statue being dedicated by Grover Cleveland.