JOURNAL ARTICLE
My Confederate Girlhood.
Published In: Fourth Genre: Explorations in Nonfiction, 2025, v. 27, n. 2. P. 27 1 of 3
Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Harris, Elizabeth Logan 3 of 3
Abstract
The article focuses on the removal of the Robert E. Lee statue from Richmond's Monument Avenue and the broader implications of this act in the context of historical memory and racial justice. It reflects on the author's personal connection to the Confederate legacy, detailing their family's history as descendants of the Southern planter class and their involvement in the Lost Cause narrative. The piece highlights the significance of the statue's removal as a culmination of years of activism, particularly by African American leaders, and critiques the ongoing influence of the Lost Cause ideology in contemporary society. The author also explores the complexities of their family's past, including the legacy of slavery and the cultural narratives that have shaped their understanding of history. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Fourth Genre: Explorations in Nonfiction. 2025/09, Vol. 27, Issue 2, p27
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Architecture
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:15223868
- DOI:10.14321/fourthgenre.27.2.0027
- Accession Number:190262892
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