Published Mar 11, 2021

480: Roger Atwood | Stealing History

Roger Atwood exposes the sophisticated operations of the illicit antiquities trade, highlighting its devastating impact on cultural heritage and archeological sites. He delves into the intricacies of the modern looting market, the ethical challenges it poses, and the crucial role museums can play in preserving history.

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480: Roger Atwood | Stealing History

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Antiquities Smuggling

Building Relationships

Looting and History

Peru's Shining Path

Reinventing Work

Looting Antiquities

Stopping the Looting Trade

Curbing Looting

Peru's Textile Smuggling

Preserving Cultural Heritage

Grave Robbers

Smuggling Antiquities

Peru's Looting Problem

Antiquities Smuggling Today

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Cultural Preservation

Antiquities Market

Archeological Insights

Modern Looters

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480: Roger Atwood | Stealing History

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Cultural PreservationRoger Atwood sheds light on the illicit antiquities trade, revealing the sophisticated operations behind looting and smuggling. He discusses the impact on cultural heritage and the efforts needed to combat this global issue.

Cultural Preservation

Antiquities Market

Archeological InsightsThe antiquities trade, driven by market demands, devastates archeological sites and erases historical context. Roger Atwood reveals how looting commodifies history, turning cultural heritage into mere objects for consumption.

Archeological Insights

Modern LootersRoger Atwood exposes the intricate networks behind modern looting and the devastating impact on cultural heritage. He highlights the ethical dilemmas and irreversible damage caused by the illicit antiquities trade.

Modern Looters

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