If you're thinking of making a life change by heading up the Philadelphia branch of Landscaping Waterloo, you might think that your life will be all about work, at least for the foreseeable future. However, Philadelphia contains lots to see and do, especially if you're an amateur historian. One of the biggest attractions in the city and one you're not likely to want to miss if you move here is the Liberty Bell. This article will introduce you to the bell and its history so that you can be better prepared for your impending visit.

The history of the Liberty Bell dates back to the time of the American Revolution. It was commissioned from a bell maker in London in 1752 and shipped across the sea to Philadelphia to take its place on the roof of the Pennsylvania State House. Obviously BIM services were needed, because the very first time it was rung, it split up the middle. The bell remains split to this day despite being recast twice for repairs. It now hangs in a courtyard in front of the building it once adorned, which is now called Independence Hall.

You may not think that bells were very important in the grand scheme of things, but in fact bells like the Liberty Bell were often rung during those times to give warning or to signal people to gather for meetings. Bells rang at the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which means they are imprinted more fully on the American consciousness than the drive pulley or the brick. According to a (fictitious) short story, the Liberty Bell was rung on July 4, 1776, and according to rumor its current crack came from when it rang for the death of a prominent Chief Marshall.

What sets the Liberty Bell apart from other bells is not merely the giant crack up the side or its history with the American Revolution. It is also engraved with a passage from the bible that goes: "proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof," which of course is where the bell got its name. The bell is famous throughout America and is often used for food and beverage public relations and advertising. Liberty Mutual, for instance, makes use of the bell in its logo, and it was featured in the Nicholas Cage movie National Treasure.

The bell itself is twelve feet wide and weighs over 2,000 lbs. Made of copper and tin that has been oxidized to black, technically it could be melted into electric wire that could be tested with a megohmmeter. But the Americans would never consent to it. To see the Liberty Bell, visit Liberty Bell Center between 9am and 5pm and be prepared to pass through security. There is no cost to visit and you will also get to see displays such as its x-rays and documents pertaining to its history.