Concord in Merrimack County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)

Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land

New Hampshire's Liberty Bell Replica

Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, August 14, 2014

1. Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people of
New Hampshire
by direction of The Honorable John W. Snyder
Secretary of the Treasury
As the inspirational symbol of the
United States Savings Bonds Independence Drive
from May 16 to July 4,1950, it was displayed in
every part of this state
The dimensions and tone are identical
with those of the original Liberty bell when it
rang out our independence in 1776.
In standing before this symbol, you have the
opportunity to dedicate yourself,
as did our founding fathers, to the principles
of the individual freedom for which our Nation stands.

This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950,
and given to the United States Government by:

American Smelting and Refining Company • Anaconda Copper Mining Company • Kennecott Copper Corporation • Miami Copper Company • Phelps Dodge Corporation • The American Metal Company, Limited • Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's American Bridge Company • This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated

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marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells, and the Liberty Bell Replica series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is May 1808.

Location. 43° 12.421′ N, 71° 32.233′ W. Marker is in Concord, New Hampshire, in Merrimack County. Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street and Capitol Street, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Concord NH 03301, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Grand Army of the Republic Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Maj. Gen. John Stark (a few steps from this marker); John P. Hale (within shouting distance of this marker); Franklin Pierce (within shouting distance of this marker); Daniel Webster (within shouting distance of this marker); State House Grounds (within shouting distance of this marker); State Capitol (within shouting distance of this marker); New Hampshire State House Chambers (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Concord.

Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, August 14, 2014

2. Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 21, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 460 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 21, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.