While places such as Maryland, New Orleans and Charlottesville have taken action against proslavery and Confederate statues, 10 U.S. military bases continue to honor the rebels by carrying names of their leaders. Hill), Va.Fort Lee (Gen. Robert E. Lee), Va.Fort Pickett (Gen. George Pickett), Va.Additional tributes come in the form of state flags that include Confederate symbols and decorate congressional hallways. The Confederate tributes — base names, statues and flag representations — revere those who supported the enslavement of African Americans. We have one flag: the American flag. (The Washington Post)Read more:[VA moves to restrict treason symbols at cemeteries][House takes action against Confederate flag, a symbol of treason][The Confederate flag isn’t just offensive.

Source: Washington Post August 15, 2017 20:22 UTC