The symbolsThe Statue of Liberty. Since 1886, when her great torch was lifted into place 305 feet (92,96 metres) above Liberty Island in New York, the colossal statue of “Liberty Enlightening the World” has symbolized America for millions of newcomers. The statue was the work of Alsatian sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi and was intended to commemorate both a century of amity between France and the United States and the concept of political freedom shared by the two nations. The book that Liberty holds in her left hand symbolizes the Declaration of Independence. The main figure is attached to an iron framework designed by Gustave Eiffel, builder of France’s Eiffel Tower. The Statue was paid for by French contributors; American schoolchildren participated on a nationwide drive to raise funds for the pedestal. The White House. The official residence of the President stands in tree-shaded grounds (18 acres – 72843,4 square metres) on the south side of Pennsylvania Avenue. The main building has 6 floors, with the East Terrace leading to the East Wing, a 3-story building used for offices and as an entrance for official events and leads to the Executive Office. The White House was designed by James Hoban, an Irish-born architect. President Washington chose the site which was included in the plan of the Federal City. Check yourself 1. What is the history of the hamburger? 2. When and how did Coca-Cola appear? 3. What can you say about the Statue of Liberty?
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