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How the Monuments Came Down

How the Monuments Came Down

This landmark film reveals Richmond’s history of white supremacy and Black resistance.

Aired 09/08/2021 | Expires 09/08/2026 | Rating TV-14

How the Monuments Came Down

How the Monuments Came Down

9/8/2021 | 1h 26m 9sVideo has Closed Captions

This landmark film reveals Richmond’s history of white supremacy and Black resistance.

How the Monuments Came Down is a timely and searing look at the history of white supremacy and Black resistance in Richmond. The feature-length film—brought to life by history-makers, descendants, scholars, and activists—reveals how monuments to Confederate leaders stood for more than a century, and why they fell.

Aired 09/08/2021 | Expires 09/08/2026 | Rating TV-14

How the Monuments Came Down

How the Monuments Came Down

9/8/2021 | 1h 26m 9sVideo has Closed Captions

How the Monuments Came Down is a timely and searing look at the history of white supremacy and Black resistance in Richmond. The feature-length film—brought to life by history-makers, descendants, scholars, and activists—reveals how monuments to Confederate leaders stood for more than a century, and why they fell.

Aired 09/08/2021 | Expires 09/08/2026 | Rating TV-14

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