... it the gateway to America. He used some slick talking and heavy charisma as he met the most important figures in America, and as he traveled across the country, each site continued to fill him with excitement and amazement. He continued to promote his idea, and carried a sketch and model with it at all times. America seemed to enjoy and entertain ... the idea, but no one was willing to put up the money or site to make the dream a reality. Back in France, Laboulaye was waiting and not sharing the same journey as Bartholdi. He knew that if he tried to promote the statue before ... more c...

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