The Statue of Liberty
For this week's topic, I want to know more about the Statue of Liberty. Like, when was it built? Why was it built? What's the meaning of it? How tall is it? Where is it located? I wanted to know a lot about, so I researched all of those questions and wrote them below.
When Was The Statue of Liberty Built?
The construction of the statue was started in September of 1875. But it officially opened on the 28 October 1886.
Did you know over 4 million people visit the statue every year?
Why Was It Built?
In 1865, a French anti-slavery activist named Edouard de Laboylaye said that a statue representing liberty should be built. This statue would honour the United States' centennial of independence and the friendship with France.
What Is the Size of It?
The Statue of Liberty is 93 metres tall. It is located in New York, United States of America.
What is it made of?
The Statue of Liberty is made of Copper, Steel, Gold, and Wrought Iron.
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