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Delaware Removes Statue of Slave-Owning Founder, to be Installed in DC

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 00:00 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 00:00 | 1 source | 1 article

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The removal of the statue in Delaware reflects a growing national reckoning with the historical figures who profited from slavery. The planned installation in Washington, D.C., raises questions about how such figures should be memorialized and whether their contributions outweigh the moral implications of their involvement in slavery. The move is likely to generate further discussion about the complexities of American history and the ongoing struggle for racial justice.

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Delaware removed a statue of a founder with 200 slaves. National Parks now plan to install it in DC Foto: The Independent
The Independent 19 mar. 2026, 00:00 (1 day ago) Good

Delaware removed a statue of a founder with 200 slaves. National Parks now plan to install it in DC

The statue is slated for a six-month stay at Freedom Plaza starting in 2026

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