It took decades of protests, but state officials finally tidied up the state Capitol this year. Though some Republican leaders sought to stop the move, Gov. Bill Lee was successful this year in getting rid of the Capitol’s bust honoring slave trader, alleged war criminal, traitor and early KKK leader Nathan Bedford Forrest. Busts honoring admirals David Farragut and Albert Gleaves were also lost in the crossfire. Such is the cost of war. For now, the prime space on the second floor of the Capitol just outside the entrances to the House and Senate sits empty — but empty is an upgrade.
Best Redecoration
Nathan Bedford Forrest Bust Removal
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Stephen Elliott
Staff Reporter
Stephen Elliott
Staff Reporter
