Episode 38 – Smashing Monuments with Erin Thompson
Professor Erin Thompson discusses her book, “Smashing Statues: The Rise and Fall of America’s Public Monuments.” Prof. Thompson explains the role of Confederate monuments, what they symbolize, and to whom their message is aimed. The des
Unpacking 1619 - A Heights Libraries Podcast
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Show Notes
Professor Erin Thompson discusses her book, “Smashing Statues: The Rise and Fall of America’s Public Monuments.” Prof. Thompson explains the role of Confederate monuments, what they symbolize, and to whom their message is aimed. The design of the “parade stance” figure’s rise to monument dominance provides insight into the submissive posture of white defender was […]