Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell / Robert W. Sands Jr. and Alexander B. Bartlett.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sands, Robert W., Author.

Bartlett, Alexander B., Author.

Series:

Images of America.

Images of America

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Liberty Bell--History--Pictorial works.

Liberty Bell.

Philadelphia (Pa.)--Buildings, structures, etc--Juvenile literature.

Philadelphia (Pa.).

Independence Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)--History--Pictorial works.

Independence Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (127 pages) : chiefly illustrations, portraits.

Place of Publication:

Charleston, SC : Arcadia Pub., [2012]

Summary:

Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, two of America's most revered symbols of freedom, date back to the British rule of the American colonies. The main structure of Independence Hall was completed in 1732, and the final casting of the Liberty Bell was completed in 1753. Visited by over two million people yearly, these historic icons have been used as backdrops for many political and social demonstrations and speeches. Filled with images from the archives of Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia Department of Records, and collections from around the country, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell illustrates how these two historic relics generate a sense of pride and patriotism set forth by the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

Contents:

Independence Hall, the birthplace of a nation

Inside the Hall of Independence

Independence Hall complex

The Liberty Bell

The Liberty Bell's travels promote patriotism

Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, symbols of freedom and individual rights

Visiting the icons of democracy.

OCLC:

885208105