What did the inscription on the pedestal below the Statue indicate?
What did the inscription on the pedestal below the Statue indicate? On the pedestal of the statue the words inscribed were “My name is Ozymandias I am the king of kings. If anyone wishes to know how great I am then let him surpass my works.” These words indicate the conceit and arrogance of the king.
What is ironic about the Statue of Liberty?
Despite the positive meaning of the statue - American independence and the abolition of slavery - African Americans saw the statue as an ironic image of America; professing to be a country of freedom and justice for everyone regardless of race, despite racism and discrimination continuing to exist.