Virginia State Capitol Removes Confederate Monuments

The video discusses the removal of Confederate monuments from the Virginia State Capitol, ordered by Virginia House Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn, to provide a broader historical context beyond the Confederacy. This action follows the death of George Floyd, which has prompted the removal of many Confederate symbols. Additionally, the Fairfax County School Board has renamed Robert E Lee High School to John R Lewis High School, honoring the late civil rights icon John Lewis.

What was the historical role of the Virginia State Capitol during the Civil War?

What statement did Virginia House Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn make regarding the history of the Commonwealth?