The issue is rectifying current, real-world injustices that continue to exist due to those misdeeds, as well as other misdeeds that are still prevalent.
History is an ongoing continuum.
On the other hand, in a truly just world, some of us would probably have to sweat a bit harder to get what we'd gotten more easily in the past. Be sure to include your name and affiliation. Legitimate requests for anonymity will be honored. The Chronicle maintains Colloquy as an open forum where readers can comment on issues. Submissions may be condensed or edited for clarity, but editing is kept to a minimum.