Lord Elgin
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Lord Elgin, formally known as Thomas Bruce, was a British nobleman in the early 19th century who is best known for his controversial acquisition of the Parthenon Sculptures from Greece, which has sparked ongoing debates about the legality and morality of his actions. His legacy remains a focal point in discussions about the repatriation of cultural artifacts.
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Lord Elgin removed the Parthenon sculptures under contentious circumstances over 200 years ago.
Greece accuses British Museum of ‘provocative indifference’ over pink ball | Parthenon marblesThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-10-25
United Kingdom· 2025-10-25
Lord Elgin is characterized in the debate as a controversial figure regarding the acquisition of the Parthenon Sculptures.
Γλυπτά του Παρθενώνα: Ο Ελγιν, το φιρμάνι και τα κειμήλια του Τσόρτσιλ στο ΜιζούριKathimerini·
Greece· 2025-09-30
Greece· 2025-09-30
