These confederate statues caused nationwide protests. Melted down, they’re now art pieces

A thought-provoking exhibition in Los Angeles is redefining the legacy of Confederate monuments, sparking debates about history, race, and memory. The centerpiece of the show, titled \”Monuments,\” features 18 decommissioned Confederate statues, including the infamous equestrian statue of General Robert E. Lee, which once stood in Charlottesville, Virginia. The statue, now melted into bronze ingots, is displayed alongside toxic slag from the process, symbolizing the contentious history it represents.