I have always had a love for history. We all learn the Pledge of Allegiance before we are four... My grandmother took that a step further by teaching me the Preamble basically straight out of diapers. Perhaps this is because my 7th great uncle, William Few, was one of the Georgia signers of the United States Constitution.
Even greater than this appreciation for the past is a love for my country.
On a recent trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, my parents and I were excited to experience a piece of our nation's history first hand. The Liberty Bell is a powerful symbol of America and is a reminder that in this country, we stand for "liberty and justice for all." While the Bell no longer rings, it's sound message is perhaps more powerful than any chime. "Threatened many times, the Liberty Bell outlasted adversity, offering hope for a better tomorrow when Liberty may truly touch us all."
I have had the opportunity to stand in front of symbols of our country's history such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Arlington National Cemetery in DC. I would not trade opportunities like these for anything.These locations remind us of those who sacrificed themselves for our freedom and laid down the foundations for what is now the greatest nation in the world.
If you find yourself near one of these National Historic landmarks, I highly recommend you visit! Like the Liberty Bell, each site has a symbolic message and will challenge you to search for the meaning of liberty within you. God bless the USA! 
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