8 companies behind the 4th of July
Fourth of July is the ultimate all-American holiday. Part of what makes it so American is the associated schwag. I can’t think of a single 4th I’ve celebrated without beer and BBQs, flags and fireworks, corn on the cob, and hot dogs.
Here’s a list of the eight major Independence Day accessories–and the companies behind them.
9 facts about the Statue of Liberty
Here’s just one:
The copper “skin” is only 3/32ths of an inch thick. The copper cladding that covers the statue is surprisingly thin. Since the weight of the structure is carried by its internal framework, the metalsmiths were able to reduce the thickness of the copper. The copper sheets were originally 1/2-inch thick, but were hammered down the 3/32ths of an inch during construction, which is less than the thickness of 2 U.S. pennies.
9 facts about the Statue of Liberty
Thank you.
Thank you for a post that includes the Muppets, one reason to still be proud to be an American.
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The French gave us the Statue of Liberty so I say let’s give it back.
Statue of Liberty is on Elis Island, facts on page link incorrect.