The Copper Lady

Written by Alice Ross and Kent Ross · Illustrated by Leslie Bowman

Part of the On My Own History series

A storm threatens the Statue of Liberty's journey to America.

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48 pages· 1,766 words· Est. 15 min read· 630L

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Amidst a fierce storm, Andre sits in the ship's hold, surrounded by crates containing the Statue of Liberty. As waves crash against the vessel, the journey to America hangs in the balance. Will the storm thwart their mission to deliver this iconic symbol of freedom and hope? Discover the untold story of the statue's perilous voyage and the challenges faced on the high seas. Can they overcome nature's fury to fulfill a promise of friendship between nations?

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The boat creaked and moaned as the storm’s waves smashed into the ship. Down in the hold, Andre’ sat between crates that held the great copper lady, the Statue of Liberty. They were on their way to America, but would the storm that raged prevent them from getting there? Given to the people of the United States in 1885 by the people of France as a symbol of friendship between the two countries, the Statue of Liberty has come to symbolize freedom, liberty, and hope to all that see her. In this thrilling tale, learn what might have happened during the statue’s stormy trip to America.

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