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Presents fascinating facts about the Liberty Bell and features embedded weblinks, audio and video clips, activities, and a slide show.

An introduction to the history of the Liberty Bell.

Describes the role this building played in the American Revolution.

Do you know when the Liberty Bell was rung for the last time? Or why it has a huge crack? Join Mr. Chen's class as they take a field trip to find out the facts about this important US symbol. Ranger Marcela explains who made the Liberty Bell, what words appear on it, and how it got its name.

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.

"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." --

Explores the history of the Pennsylvania State House, later called Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation were adopted and the Constitution was signed.

"Introduces the Liberty Bell, explains what it means in American history, and describes what it is like to visit the bell today." --