Multiple Confederate statues and monuments have been removed in various cities. These removals include significant pieces such as the Statue of Charles Linn and the Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Birmingham, Alabama, a Bust of Robert E. Lee in Fort Myers, Florida, and a Statue of Robert E. Lee at a high school in Montgomery, Alabama.
Details of Removed Confederate Monuments
The following table outlines some of the Confederate monuments and statues that have been removed, specifying their location and the date of their removal:
Monument/Memorial | City | Removed |
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Statue of Charles Linn | Birmingham | May 31, 2020 |
Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument | Birmingham | June 1, 2020 |
Bust of Robert E. Lee | Fort Myers | June 1, 2020 |
Statue of Robert E. Lee at Robert E. Lee High School | Montgomery | June 1, 2020 |
These removals often occurred as part of broader movements addressing historical interpretations and public symbols.