Confederate monuments and memorials exist across the United States of America - just look at this interactive map - glorifying the Confederate Army and its generals, presidents and soldiers.

Bristol, United Kingdom While there are several Confederate monuments sprinkled throughout the country, protesters across the pond are pushing for the removal of controversial landmarks as well.

Historically, the 50 states have removed a total of 172 Confederate monuments over the course of history, but 1,712 remain standing.

The Confederate States of America existed only briefly -- for just four years, from 1861 to 1865 during the Civil War -- yet 150 years later, its symbols remain across the country.

The Confederate States of America existed only briefly -- for just four years, from 1861 to 1865 during the Civil War -- yet 150 years later, its symbols remain across the country.

Monuments to the Confederate States of America can be seen throughout the United States. The debate over whether they should isn't new, but it reached a new flash point after the death of George ...