The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886 too the United States from the people of France.
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Standing on the observation Deck.
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American Flag blowing in the wind behind the huge crown on her head.
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Standing 151 ft. tall from the base to the torch. With the foundation and pedestal included the full height reaches 305 ft.
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The Statue of Liberty brightly lite at night, standing tall and proud in New York Harbor.
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The foundation is 65 ft. tall and built in the shape of a eleven point star. The stone pedestal is 89ft tall.
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Standing on Liberty Island in New York Harbor.
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Made from 179,200 pounds of copper and 250,000 pounds of iron. The total weight is 450,000 pounds (225) tons.
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Representing the Roman goddess Libertas of freedom.
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The Statue of Liberty was designed by Frederic Bartholdi.
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Her extended arm holding the shinning bright Torch during a 4th of July celebration.
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Holding a tabula ansata, (Latin for tablet with handles) a tablet evoking the law. Is inscribed with the date of the American Declaration of Independence.
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