I generally agree. But I think there's a bit more about Grant. He was stationed Humboldt County in the 1850s, and I was fearful that he participated in the notorious massacres of native peoples. In your research, did you come across anything about that?
Impressive research on the statues' backstories, Andrew! I just wish you'd given the city "leaders" a bit more space about their "slavish compliance" by not holding the vandals criminally liable for their rampage in the park. As far as I know, they got off scot free which implies that said "leaders" approved of their actions or were cowed by them.
beautifully researched and written, Andrew. After the rains stop, I'd love
go on a tour with you or you and your walking group.
I generally agree. But I think there's a bit more about Grant. He was stationed Humboldt County in the 1850s, and I was fearful that he participated in the notorious massacres of native peoples. In your research, did you come across anything about that?
I didn't. But this is when he was fired (or forced into resignation) for drunkenness.
Well put. Well written.
Thank you for this piece, Andrew, and for your thoughtful tour.
Well done, Andrew. I appreciate the way you dispense your knowledge like a regular guy not like an academic.
Impressive research on the statues' backstories, Andrew! I just wish you'd given the city "leaders" a bit more space about their "slavish compliance" by not holding the vandals criminally liable for their rampage in the park. As far as I know, they got off scot free which implies that said "leaders" approved of their actions or were cowed by them.
Great read! off to do the tour when the rain stops.