The Historic Dedication of the Statue of Liberty on October 28, 1886
On October 28, 1886, one of the most iconic symbols of the United States was officially dedicated — the Statue of Liberty. This towering monument, a gift from France, symbolizes freedom, democracy, and the friendship between the two nations. Standing proudly on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the statue has become a beacon of hope and a symbol of the American ideals of liberty and justice for all.