Civil War Monuments

Civil War monuments are statues, plaques, or memorials dedicated to honoring individuals, groups, or events from the American Civil War (1861-1865). They often commemorate soldiers, battles, or causes associated with the Union or Confederacy. While intended to preserve history and honor sacrifice, these monuments can also reflect complex issues of memory, identity, and power, sometimes sparking debate over their meaning and appropriateness today. Their presence offers insight into how communities remember and interpret a pivotal and often contentious chapter of American history.