Why America’s Most “Offensive” Monument is Actually Amazing | Crazy Horse Memorial
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The Crazy Horse Monument is a monumental sculpture located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, USA. It is an ongoing work-in-progress that aims to depict the famous Oglala Lakota leader, Crazy Horse, riding a horse and pointing into the distance. The sculpture is being carved into Thunderhead Mountain and is designed to be the largest mountain carving in the world once completed. The idea for the Crazy Horse Monument was conceived in the 1930s by Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear, who wanted to honor Crazy Horse and the Native American culture. The project began in 1948 under the direction of sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski, and since his passing in 1982, his family has continued the work. Unlike Mount Rushmore, which features the faces of four U.S. Presidents, the Crazy Horse Monument focuses on a Native American historical figure. The sculpture is intended to serve as a symbol of the indomitable spirit, bravery, and pride of the Native American people. The project remains a significant undertaking and is funded entirely through private donations and visitor fees. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the monument is still a work in progress, and the completion date is uncertain. However, it continues to attract visitors from around the world who come to witness the awe-inspiring creation and learn about the rich history and culture of the Lakota Sioux people.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introducing the Crazy Horse Memorial
00:31 - an overview of the Crazy Horse memorial
01:41 - The History of Crazy Horse
03:39 - Why a monument to Crazy Horse is so controversial
05:36 - The plan to build a monument to Crazy Horse
07:12 - The History of Korczak Ziolkowski
08:33 - Why Native American’s chose Korczak Ziolkowski for their memorial
10:15 - The Unveiling ceremony of Crazy Horses’ head
10:45 - The Crazy Horse Memorial in modern day
12:07 - Why environmentalists dislike the Crazy horse memorial
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