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5 Georgia sites where you can experience Civil War history
5 Georgia sites where you can experience Civil War history
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The controversy surrounding the Confederate flag was reignited following the shooting of nine people in one of the country’s historic black churches. The emblem of the Confederate army during the Civil War is now often associated with hate groups, but many view it as a nod to their Southern heritage. For those interested in Civil War education, we’ve rounded up a few sites around Georgia where you can learn more. PHOTO BY ROSALIND BENTLEY/ AJC
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