Mitch Morgan, who helped put together the display, said he his is a history buff, not a member of a hate group. He said the story of the Civil War can't be told without the Confederate battle flag because it symbolizes the bravery of the men who died in battle.

Morgan is a member of the Confederate Sons Association. He said the flag has been part of their display during Confederate History Month at the library for the last 10 years.

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Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat speaks during a press interview at the district attorney’s office in Atlanta on Friday, July 12, 2024. Public safety officials presented findings from a report on repeat offenders. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

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