The Guardian’s Website is running a poll (closing tomorrow) on whether or not people think that the Rosetta Stone [1] should be returned. Please go to The Guardian’s Website [2], to vote before the poll closes.
From:
The Guardian [2]
Stolen treasure?
Ignoring the British Museum’s rebuffs, Egypt is demanding for the return of the Rosetta Stone, which has been on display in the UK since 1802. Should the museum give it back to Egyptian authorities?
Tuesday 8 December 2009 11.58 GMT
- Yes. They stole part of Egypt’s cultural heritage
- No. It’s about global cultural heritage. The country of origin doesn’t matter