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Help[Facts] The Parthenon Marbles
in reply to a message by Daividh
Thanks old beast, the Parthenon Marbles are a matter of concern to most Greeks. For those who are not
up to date: during the 19th century (when Greeks were under the Ottoman yoke) an Englishman,
Lord Elgin, amputated several marbles from the Acropolis and shipped them to England.
These marbles beautifully depict historical events and ancient Gods. They are presently in a hall in the London
Museum which is rented out for receptions and cocktail parties. A crying shame. They were half destroyed
during the early 20th century when "experts" set to restore them using sandpaper. We all hope the English
government will do the right thing.
PS: Meriel, put in a good word!
up to date: during the 19th century (when Greeks were under the Ottoman yoke) an Englishman,
Lord Elgin, amputated several marbles from the Acropolis and shipped them to England.
These marbles beautifully depict historical events and ancient Gods. They are presently in a hall in the London
Museum which is rented out for receptions and cocktail parties. A crying shame. They were half destroyed
during the early 20th century when "experts" set to restore them using sandpaper. We all hope the English
government will do the right thing.
PS: Meriel, put in a good word!
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