Theodore Roosevelt statue removed from front of NYC's Museum of Natural History
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The monument to Theodore Roosevelt that has stood prominently in front of the American Museum of Natural History in Manhattan for over 80 years has now been removed — the statue is headed for North Dakota.
The statue is taking a hike out of New York City — and is now headed for North Dakota.
The bold equestrian monument to the nation's 26th president depicted him flanked by two figures walking beside him, a Native American man and an African man — but it sparked major controversy and protests from some corners, with certain groups and individuals claiming it glorified colonialism and racism.
Others, however, defended the tribute and rallied to keep the monument in place, with some wanting deeper context and understanding around it.
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