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KUOW - Swastika Mountain is renamed Mount Halo in honor of a historical tribal leader

KUOW - Swastika Mountain is renamed Mount Halo in honor of a historical tribal leader
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Swastika Mountain in Oregon renamed Mount Halo as tribute to tribal leader

While the name of the mountain peak had no ties to Nazism or white supremacy, residents and officials felt it was time for a change.

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Swastika Mountain in Oregon renamed Mount Halo as tribute to tribal leader

While the name of the mountain peak had no ties to Nazism or white supremacy, residents and officials felt it was time for a change.

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This Oregon Mountain Was Renamed To Honor Indigenous Chief — Why The Name Change Was Needed

Since its establishment in the early 20th century, this mountain's name has aligned with hateful messaging. It has since been renamed.

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Mount Halo officially new name for Swastika Mountain

The 4,200-foot peak is about 35 miles southeast of Eugene and has been the subject of local and national interest.

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