Uncle Sam represents the U.S. government whereas Lady Liberty and Columbia represent the U.S. as a nation. A popular etymology first traces the origins of the usage of "Uncle Sam" to early ...

National Museum of American History When the War of 1812 began, Lady Columbia was sometimes joined on posters by a new figure, Uncle Sam; both offered a fierce embodiment of American independence.

A national symbol is a distinct object that identifies a country and its people. These can include a flag or national anthem, or even unofficial symbols that are often as well-known as the country ...

also known as the "Torch Lady" featured in the Columbia Pictures logo. Lady Liberty debuted on the big screen in 1924, ...

also known as the “Torch Lady” featured in the Columbia Pictures logo. Lady Liberty debuted on the big screen in 1924, following a decision by Columbia Pictures’ founders, brothers Jack and Harry Cohn ...