This gallery contains photos of some of the training the Rope Acess Team (RAT) at Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island have been undertaking.
Did You Know?
The Statue's original torch was the first part constructed in 1876. In 1984 it was replaced by a new copper torch covered in 24K gold leaf which is lighted by floodlight at night. The original torch is currently located in the lobby of the monument. Access to the torch has been closed since 1916.