"Liberty Enlightening the World": The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

[threeyoda]

The State of Liberty and Ellis Island are part of the same national monument, spread across two islands and two state in New York Harbor. One served as the beacon of hope to generations of immigrants as they came to America, and the other one is the place where they were poked, prodded, and inspected in order to enter America. This national monument should definitely be a must-see for every American at least once in their life.

Just a quick sidenote for reference - the pictures at the beginning and end of the set were taken in the beautiful Liberty State Park in Jersey City, where the New Jersey statute ferries depart from.

ELLIS ISLAND


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STATUE OF LIBERTY/LIBERTY ISLAND
"Liberty Enlightening The World"

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NEW YORK HARBOR

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Thank you for looking, I hope you enjoyed the tour!

[mSeattle]

"In New York Harbor, stands a lady, with her torch raised to the sky..."

Thanks for the tour. And thank you France.