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Recovering Iraq's Archaeological Heritage

The Basra Museum in southern Iraq opened its doors this April, another step towards restoring the country's cultural heritage. Ancient artifacts damaged and stolen in conflicts dating back almost four decades are back on display.

The Basra Museum in southern Iraq opened its doors this April, another step towards restoring the country's cultural heritage. Ancient artifacts damaged and stolen in conflicts dating back almost four decades are back on display.

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