Nathan Bedford Forrest Bust, Bronze sculpture in Tennessee State Capitol, Nashville, United States
The bronze bust of Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest measured 44 inches and weighed 3,000 pounds at the Tennessee State Capitol building.
The Tennessee State Capitol Commission installed the bronze sculpture in 1978 through a project led by the Sons of Confederate Veterans organization.
The sculpture sparked continuous public debates about the representation of Confederate figures in government buildings and historical interpretation in public spaces.
After its removal in July 2021, visitors can now examine the bust at the Tennessee State Museum, where additional context provides historical information.
The removal process required specialized equipment and cost $17,000, with workers starting before dawn to transport the massive bronze piece.
Inception: 1978
GPS coordinates: 36.17150,-86.79072
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:48
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