John Lewis Statue Unveiled in Decatur, Replacing Confederate Monument
The 12-foot bronze statue honors the civil rights leader and stands where a Confederate obelisk once did.
- The statue depicts John Lewis with his hands over his heart, symbolizing empathy and love.
- It was created by Jamaican sculptor Basil Watson and stands on a four-foot pedestal.
- The Confederate monument it replaces was removed in 2020 amid national protests.
- Local leaders and civil rights activists attended the unveiling ceremony.
- The project was funded by over $700,000 raised by the John Lewis Commemorative Task Force.
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