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Caesar Rodney Statue Relocated to DC Amid Controversy

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Caesar Rodney statue, displayed in Wilmington, Delaware, will be moved to Washington, DC, for six months.
The statue was removed in 2020 due to Caesar Rodney's history as a slave owner.
The statue will be displayed in Freedom Plaza in Washington, DC.
The National Park Service is overseeing the installation.
Republican state Senator Eric Buckson advocates returning the statue to Wilmington.

History

Historical Context

The removal of the Caesar Rodney statue in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 12, 2020, during protests following George Floyd's murder, reflects a nationwide reassessment of monuments linked to slavery. This movement parallels similar actions in cities like Richmond and New Orleans, highlighting an evolving discourse on race, history, and public memory in America as communities confront their historical legacies.

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Story summary

The Caesar Rodney statue, displayed in Wilmington, Delaware, will be moved to Washington, DC, for six months.
The statue was removed in 2020 due to Caesar Rodney's history as a slave owner.
The statue will be displayed in Freedom Plaza in Washington, DC.
The National Park Service is overseeing the installation.
Republican state Senator Eric Buckson advocates returning the statue to Wilmington.

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