Statue of Liberty
Secrets You Were Never Taught in
School
Hidden Truth
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The Statue of Liberty holds secrets that most tourists have never heard about.
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French Gift
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France gifted the statue to the U.S. in 1886 as a symbol of friendship.
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Secret Design
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Designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, inspired by Roman goddess Libertas.
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Torch Mystery
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The original torch was replaced in 1984 with a new copper-and-gold version.
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Color Change
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Once copper brown, the statue turned green due to natural oxidation.
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Broken Chains
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At her feet lies a broken shackle, symbolizing freedom from oppression.
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Ellis Island Link
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For millions of immigrants, Lady Liberty was their first sight of America.
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Hidden Room
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The statue once had a viewing room in the torch, now closed to the public.
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War Damage
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Damaged during WWI when a German attack hit nearby Black Tom Island.
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Lasting Symbol
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Today, Lady Liberty remains a global icon of freedom and democracy.
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