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The Statue of Liberty was constructed in France and brought, in pieces, to New York City — but not without obstacles.

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For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge

Inscribed on the statue is the date of the United States’ Declaration of Independence.

David McCullough, James Baldwin, Barbara Jordan and Milos Forman discuss liberty.

Carolyn Forche talks about how the Statue of Liberty is an enduring symbol.