What statue has been pulled down?
What statue has been pulled down?
A statue of slave trader Edward Colston has been torn down during an anti-racism protest in Bristol. It’s believed Colston trafficked around 80,000 men, women and children from Africa to the Americas in the 17th Century.
Who tore down the Colston statue?
One of Britain’s most prominent historians, David Olusoga, has admitted he “desperately” wanted to join the protesters who tore down the statue of the slave owner Edward Colston in his home town of Bristol.
Will Colston statue be replaced?
A new augmented reality project is inviting ideas for what should replace the Edward Colston statue. A temporary statue of protester Jen Reid replaced it before being removed by Bristol City Council. …
Was there a petition to remove Colston statue?
An online petition calling for the removal of a statue of Edward Colston from Bristol City Centre has amassed over 9,450 signatures. The petition reads: ‘Edward Colston was a Bristol-born English slave trader, merchant and Member of Parliament.
What will happen to Colston statue?
Graffiti sprayed on to Bristol’s toppled Edward Colston statue will be preserved. It was recovered four days later and is being looked after by Bristol City Council’s conservation team. The statue of the slave trader is expected to be given a new home in a city museum.
Who should replace the Colston statue?
One idea proposed by former St Pauls youthworker, Rovers fan and community leader Delroy Hibbert is interesting. He has suggested clearing away the plinth of Edward Colston and erecting a completely separate memorial to the people of Bristol who lived, worked and died in the city’s industries.
What replaced Edward Colston?
One of the other main objects of protesters’ ire, the Colston Hall music venue, changed its name in September after a three-year refurbishment, reopening as the Bristol Beacon.
What good things did Edward Colston do?
Philanthropic works Colston supported and endowed schools, houses for the poor, almshouses, hospitals and Anglican churches in Bristol, London and elsewhere. His name features widely on Bristol buildings and landmarks.
Was Colston a Quaker?
Colston was a devout high Anglican Tory and Royalist, and was particularly concerned by the rise of religious dissent, such as the Quakers. After his death, a number of ‘Colston Societies’ sprung up, to continue charitable giving in what they saw as Colston’s tradition.
Did Edward Colston do good?
Human suffering on this scale made Colston rich and a grateful Bristol honoured his benevolence; naming dozens of buildings, institutions, charities, schools, sports clubs, pubs, societies and roads after him. His charity is commemorated during processions and church services.
What statue was thrown in the river?
statue of Christopher Columbus
Where is Colston statue Bristol?
All Saints’ Church