To follow up to the controversy over the Knossos palace let's look at a much more modern argument. Who owns these ancient artifacts?
What are the Elgin Marbles and why are they such a big deal?
Read this article to find out more.
Now get some follow up information from this video on the National Geographic website.
Now check out the Sculptures for yourself!
Now get some follow up information from this video on the National Geographic website.
Now check out the Sculptures for yourself!
What do you think?
This article brings up an interesting debate. Who do ancient antiquities belong to? Do you think the British should keep the Elgin marbles so that they can help spread the knowledge around the globe? Or should they be returned to the museum in Greece? Is it fair for the Greeks to ask for the marbles back after all this time and after they gave permission for them to go? Or are the British being selfish by not giving them back? What do you think? Let us know on your blog. Write a blog post with your position and thinking to support it.