Statue of Liberty - Symbol of Freedom in New York Harbor #1892552 (License: Personal Use)

The Statue of Liberty, a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, was a gift from France in 1886 to commemorate the centennial of American independence. Crafted by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and engineered by Gustave Eiffel, its copper exterior has oxidized to its signature green patina, while the internal iron framework remains intact. The statue holds a torch symbolizing enlightenment and a tabula ansata inscribed “JULY IV MDCCLXXVI,” marking the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

This image is commonly used on travel guides, tourism websites, educational resources, and government pages about U.S. national symbols. It serves users seeking information about visiting the monument, understanding its historical significance, or using it for patriotic or cultural content.