Archaeological remains - who cares?

[hoplite14gr]

I have to say I am not satisfied with 1970 arrangement BUT we have to draw a line somewhere. Better something than nothing.
Some interesting angles for this discussion:
In all the world -irrespective of race or creed-the concept of "inheritance" is legal rule everywhere.
Many people consider various items part of their legacy and would like them returned. More so if these people made though millenia of history.
Usually there is no place for rational arguments there.

Also the rattling of money. I respect the common man´s desire to see national treasures restored but I cannot forget the governments who want to fill their coffers from tourists.

Charles's point deserves serious examination with the help of modern digital technology, now that we have it. An item found can stay with its culture/people and digital detailed images can be distributed through the Net.

And yes some credit must be given to the travelers of the old on the ground that they preserved what might be lost through neglect.
Thought I belive that in all fairness all items should be returned.

Also where is war there is looting. Sorry guys but there are no innocent armies in this. And ancient treasures are part of the loot.

Lets not forget also wealthy peoples desire to posses what othera cannot have.

Just my two pennies worth.

Kind regards