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Sons of Confederate Veterans gathering begins today in Richmond
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[quote:Osti:MV8yOTA0Nzc2X0VGM0REMjgz] There is word that protests are planned.. post news or additional updates here if you hear any.. ------------------------------------------------------- With police standing guard and its membership feeling under siege, the Sons of Confederate Veterans started their national reunion in Richmond with a bang. Smoke filled the air above Hollywood Cemetery after a booming cannon and rifle salute Wednesday morning. At the dedication of a new historical marker, speakers struck a tone of defiance and alarm over the ongoing backlash against Confederate symbolism, while also voicing hope for mutual understanding and respect. Michael Landree, the group's executive director, said governments have a duty to take care of monuments erected to honor those who fought for the Confederacy. "Today, I don't think that is happening," Landree said as he spoke to a crowd of about 75 people near the cemetery's Confederate pyramid. "And it's a great threat to our people. What is the difference between this and what ISIS is doing in Iraq?" read the rest at.. http://www.richmond.com/news/local/city-of-richmond/article_70e1a138-2846-5350-af0d-dcf1ee4abc77.html [/quote]
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There is word that protests are planned.. post news or additional updates here if you hear any..
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With police standing guard and its membership feeling under siege, the Sons of Confederate Veterans started their national reunion in Richmond with a bang.
Smoke filled the air above Hollywood Cemetery after a booming cannon and rifle salute Wednesday morning. At the dedication of a new historical marker, speakers struck a tone of defiance and alarm over the ongoing backlash against Confederate symbolism, while also voicing hope for mutual understanding and respect.
Michael Landree, the group's executive director, said governments have a duty to take care of monuments erected to honor those who fought for the Confederacy.
"Today, I don't think that is happening," Landree said as he spoke to a crowd of about 75 people near the cemetery's Confederate pyramid. "And it's a great threat to our people. What is the difference between this and what ISIS is doing in Iraq?"
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