The Significance Of Statue Of Liberty To Immigrants

The statue of Liberty was often the first thing that immigrants coming to America would see as they showed up hoping for opportunity and seeking a better life in America. 1985 was the year that my father arrived to this country while my mother came in 1984. Both of my parents came separately on different journeys from the Dominican Republic as immigrants, not knowing a single thing about America. Although my parents did not arrive to the United States on a boat heading to Liberty Island, the depth and meaning the statue of Liberty has towards immigrants is what makes it so personal for my family and I. As stated in an article I’ve read, the Statue of Liberty stirs the desire for freedom in people all over the world. Considering that my father came from a very poor area of the Dominican Republic, this quote is made much more relatable and special. These words helps establish the goals of people such as my father who have battled through so much have a better life. As my father put it, the statue of liberty speaks to immigrants without words. Out of …show more content…
First of all, I did not expect it to be so big. However, the emotional connection and knowing the meaning it had towards my family and I was what really impressed me. Therefore, I found the trip to be both exciting and educational. My plans are to someday take my own children and provide them with the same effect that had occured on me. Also, to inform them of the symbolic beauty and meaningfulness the Statue of Liberty has. To me, it will always be a part of me and have great impact on my family history.
To conclude, originally beginning with my grandparents, year after year more and more of my family arrived in the United States. Therefore, as previously stated, there is great meaning and sentimental value that the Statue of Liberty has towards my family. Overall, it marks much importance to me and hopefully all the generations to