How Archaeologists Saved 30,000 Ancient Treasures From ISIS
The rescue effort moved nearly all of Syria’s museum collections to safety as ISIS advanced and wartime conditions made delay more dangerous.
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Archaeologists risked their lives to save 30,000 treasures from ISIS terrorists during the Syrian Civil War, new study shows
In a remarkable feat illustrating tenacity and dedication, Syrian archaeologists embarked on a dangerous mission in 2014-2015 to salvage around 30,000 artifacts from the Deir ez-Zor Museum amidst the intense conflict with ISIS. Led by Professor Maamoun Abdulkarim, the operation faced significant challenges yet underscored the urgency of preserving Syria's cultural heritage and collective memory, reinforcing the crucial role historical artifacts …
Archaeologists Risked Their Lives to Save 30,000 Treasures from ISIS Terrorists—New Study Shows How
A new study reveals how archaeologists risked their lives to save thousands of historic treasures from imminent destruction by Islamic State terrorists. They rescued around 30,000 “priceless” artifacts from the Deir ez-Zor Museum as the city faced imminent capture by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in 2014 and 2015. Deir ez-Zor is […]
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