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The Green Lady of Liberty
48:35 - 54:20 (05:44)
Learn about the famous Statue of Liberty and how its green color is actually a natural patina that formed over time to protect the copper statue.
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The Statue of Liberty was originally copper-colored, but the builders knew the copper would oxidize and eventually turn green.
48:35 - 49:36 (01:00)
Summary
The Statue of Liberty was originally copper-colored, but the builders knew the copper would oxidize and eventually turn green. The green patina was intentional and served to protect the copper structure, ensuring that Lady Liberty would last forever.
ChapterThe Green Lady of Liberty
EpisodeThe Statue of Liberty
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The restoration project of the Statue of Liberty during the mid 80s aimed to clean it off from its green color, but they found interesting things about it whether they were trying to do it or not, such as the patina on the surface.
49:36 - 51:58 (02:22)
Summary
The restoration project of the Statue of Liberty during the mid 80s aimed to clean it off from its green color, but they found interesting things about it whether they were trying to do it or not, such as the patina on the surface.
ChapterThe Green Lady of Liberty
EpisodeThe Statue of Liberty
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Statue of Liberty receives millions of visitors annually and has an elevator to the top of the pedestal and crown.
51:58 - 54:20 (02:21)
Summary
The Statue of Liberty receives millions of visitors annually and has an elevator to the top of the pedestal and crown. Today, it is only the 47th tallest statue in the world but holds a significant place in history as a symbol of freedom.