Glasgow Keeps Moore Statue Swordless | Glasgow News

Glasgow City Council has chosen not to reinstall the missing sword on Sir John Moore’s statue, citing that its return would be a loaded symbol given Moore’s controversial role in reinstating slavery in St. Lucia. While a replica was created during recent conservation work, officials decided keeping the statue swordless best preserves its current, familiar form — and avoids glorifying a divisive historical figure. The sword will instead be displayed in a museum with full context as part of Glasgow’s new Legacy of Slavery and Colonialism Trail, which aims to confront the city’s imperial past. All statues in George Square will now come with explanatory plaques to ensure history is understood in full. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1c6ca033323c61a8