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Selma, Alabama
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The monument honors the legacy of John Lewis and the events of Bloody Sunday, where Lewis and other activists were brutally attacked during a peaceful march for voting rights on March 7, 1965.
The sculpture was created by renowned artist Larry Godwin, known for his works that capture significant historical events and figures.
The monument is situated at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge, a site of immense historical significance in the civil rights movement.
It is a key feature of the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, which traces the route of the 1965 voting rights marches.
The sculpture is crafted from bronze, a material chosen for its durability and historical resonance.
