The complicated legacy of Caesar Rodney and his since-removed statue

As America looks to celebrate its 250th, we look at the controversial legacy of Delaware's Founding Father and whether his statue may ever return.
WBOC

Caesar Rodney statue may return for America’s 250th

DOVER, DE- With America's 250th birthday approaching, the Caesar Rodney statue, removed from downtown Wilmington's Rodney Square in 2020 amid protests, may be getting new life after state Senator Eric ...
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‘Who deserves to be remembered’: Potential display of Caesar Rodney statue in D.C. renews debate over monuments

Some Delawareans say that Founding Father Caesar Rodney should be remembered as a patriot. Others say his legacy is tarnished as an owner of enslaved people. The city of Wilmington removes the Caesar ...
WBOC

State Senator Pushes to Relocate Controversial Caesar Rodney Statue

DOVER, DE- The debate over Delaware's historical monuments is heating up as State Sen. Eric Buckson (R-District 16) introduces a resolution to relocate the Caesar Rodney Equestrian Statue to Kent ...