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15: Monument Avenue Commission | How the Monuments Came Down

15: Monument Avenue Commission | How the Monuments Came Down

Overview

Learn how a mayoral commission attempted to reckon with Confederate monuments in Richmond, Virginia—and how political scandal and electoral change helped reshape the city’s statuary landscape.

 

Note to Teachers:

Some of these video clips include depictions of blackface; in an effort to provide authentic and transparent resources about the historical experiences of Black Americans, these moments were not censored.

 

Sensitive: This resource contains material that may be sensitive for some students. Teachers should exercise discretion in evaluating whether this resource is suitable for their class.

Monument Avenue Commission Video

Monument Avenue Commission Video

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