"Introduction by Barry Moreno, noted historian, scholar, and librarian at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (pages 44-45) and index.
Contents:
A narrow escape -- To proclaim liberty -- The crack in the Liberty Bell -- Facts about the Liberty Bell -- A symbol of freedom.
Summary:
Traces the history of the Liberty Bell, including information about the use of bells in colonial America, statistics about this particular bell, legends surrounding it, and its importance as an American symbol.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.