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Northam last week ordered the statue of Lee taken down.

Semmes was a Confederate commerce raider, sinking Union-allied ships during the Civil War.

Live video recorded overnight shows crews worked into the early morning hours dismantling the top portion of the obelisk in pieces.

The board has received a donation from a private donor to complete the project.

Most national parks and sites will be open, but with limited services.

Monument Superintendent Tim Reid says national park tourism is a significant driver in state and local economies.