This is the historic day when the US gained independence from British rule in 1776 and 108 years later, ie in 1884, France gave it a Statue of Liberty gift. This day not only describes the saga of America’s independence, but also shines as a symbol of freedom and global solidarity. First of all, let’s talk about America’s independence. According to the US’s Office of the Historian office, in the 1760s and 1770s, American colonists started to dissolve from the British government. Britain implemented several taxes (such as the Stamp Act, Townshend Act) and strict rules on colonies, but the colonies were not given any representation in the British Parliament. This meant that his interests were being ignored.
When people standing against Britain
This protest was started by the colonists who opposed these taxes and rules. When the UK ignored his opposition and closed the Boston port and implemented strictness (martial law) in Massachusetts, the anger increased further. After this, the colonists threw British tea into Boston Harbor against the tax on tea. In response, Britain enacted more strict laws, which provoked the anger of the colonies. In 1774, the colonies united and formed the Continental Congress. Its purpose was to boycott British goods and resist united against Britain.
The fight began in 1775, when the fight between the colonies and the British soldiers began in Massachusetts. With this, the Continental Congress further organized British protests. Thomas Penn’s book ‘Common Sense’ (1776) further emphasized the demand for independence. This book explained to the people that it is necessary to separate from the British Raj. Leaders like Benjamin Franklin tried to seek help from France. On this, France said that they will help only when the colonial freedom is declared. July 4, 1776, this was the day when 13 American colonies declared independence through the Continental Congress and freed America from British slavery, making them an independent nation.
Statue of Liberty after 108 years
In 1884, 108 years after this historical event, France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the US, which became a global symbol of freedom and democracy. The statue was designed by French sculptor Frederic Augrosy Bartholdi and its internal structure was prepared by Gustav Eiffel (who made Eiffel Tower). The idol is based on the image of a Roman Devi Libertas, which is a symbol of freedom. The statue was made of copper and was packed in 350 pieces and brought to New York by ship. The Statue of Liberty was established on 28 October 1886 at Bedlo Island (now Liberty Island) in New York Harbor. This idol became a symbol of freedom, democracy and opportunity. Especially for millions of migrants who came in search of new life in America.
