Appeals Court Hears Arguments Over Slavery Memorial at Washington Residence
More than 100 people attended a hearing before a federal appeals court on how history is presented at George Washington's former residence. The case concerns a slavery memorial at the Philadelphia site.
newser.comMore than 100 onlookers attended a hearing before a federal appeals court on the presentation of history at George Washington's former residence in Philadelphia. The arguments focused on a slavery memorial at the site. The court is reviewing how the memorial is displayed and maintained.
The ceremonial courtroom was filled for the session.
No specific individuals were identified in court records released after the hearing. The case involves questions about how historical interpretation at the residence should be handled by federal authorities.
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