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On May 14th, 2002 no-one could've asked for a better evening for any
sort of outdoor function. With the wonderful sea breeze rushing through
our heads and the beautiful sun shining above our heads we all gathered
at Battery Park for the rededication of the Emma Lazarus Commemorative
Tablet.
Originally inscribed on a bronze plaque placed on the interior wall of
the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty monument in 1903, this plaque now
sits within our very own Battery Park. Emma
(1849-1887) was inspired to write poetry that emotionally protested against
the persecution of the Jews in Russia at a time when anti-Jewish attacks
took place there well over a century ago.
This function, existing not only for the unveiling of this important
plaque but for remembering Emma Lazarus herself served well to remind
even yours truly of the great value one should place on one's own freedom
in today's world. There may never have been such a more appropriate time
for such a function to take place considering all that's happened in New
York City, and considering the strength and will we've all shown in the
face of adversity.
There are quite a number of plaques and statues within Battery Park.
You can find the Emma Lazarus Commemorative Tablet near the western end.
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