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Who should we commemorate?

Lawrence Goldman explores the issues surrounding monuments to controversial historical figures

Equestrian statue of Robert E. Lee, Richmond (Photo by Library of Congress)

Professor Lawrence Goldman explores the issues surrounding monuments to controversial historical figures in light of the Rhodes Must Fall campaign and other recent debates

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