About the Lithograph:

The Statue of Liberty has adorned the entrance to New York City since 1886, when France presented this symbol of Franco-American friendship to the people of the United States.  It was originally intended to commemorate the first century of American independence - the fourth of July, 1776.  Unfortunately, technical and fundraising difficulties meant that the gift arrived 10 years late.

Lady Liberty has acquired considerable emotional resonance as an international symbol of refuge and democracy.  She welcomes millions to the "Land of the Free".  Due to centennial refurbishing, Liberty shines brighter than ever, since her torch has been restored.  The tablet she holds symbolizes the American Declaration of Independence, and is inscribed with the date of the document: July 4, 1776.

The statue's base is engraved with a poem by Emma Lazarus:

        Give me your tired, your poor,
        Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,
        The wretched refuse to your teeming shore.
        Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me,
        I lift my lamp beside the golden door.

The Statue of Liberty is a proud and fond reminder of American Freedom.  We as patriots in the U.S. stand united and shout....FREEDOM!

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