The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, cracked multiple times throughout its history. The most famous crack occurred in 1846, which is the one most people are familiar with. However, the bell actually cracked the first time it was rung after its arrival in Philadelphia in 1752. It was then recast twice by local craftsmen, John Pass and John Stow, who added more copper to make it less brittle.
The final and most significant crack happened on February 22, 1846, during a celebration of George Washington’s birthday. This crack rendered the bell unusable, and it has not been rung since. The Liberty Bell now resides in the Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, where it is displayed for visitors to see.