And? The union didn't hang them all when the war ended, they were welcomed back as fellow countrymen. While men like Lee stayed out of the political light, they retained some sense of honor and humility and worked to rebuild their communities. That is what they should be remembered for, and what the statues a for - not some reaction to civil rights bills.
The Confederacy was basically treason because they fought against the United States of America.
And? The union didn't hang them all when the war ended, they were welcomed back as fellow countrymen. While men like Lee stayed out of the political light, they retained some sense of honor and humility and worked to rebuild their communities. That is what they should be remembered for, and what the statues a for - not some reaction to civil rights bills.