DEBATE: Should The Elgin Marbles Be Repatriated? | Sumption, Torretta, Selwood; Spivey, Titi, Herman

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Listen to this insightful debate as to whether the Elgin/Parthenon Marbles should be repatriated. The marbles are ancient Greek sculptures from the Parthenon, now housed in the British Museum. The controversy stems from Greece's claim that they were illegally removed by Lord Elgin in the 19th century, while the UK maintains their legal acquisition and the museum's role in preserving them. — In favour of the motion — Nigel Spivey: a British classicist and academic, known for his expertise in classical art and archaeology, who serves as a Senior Lecturer in Classics at the University of Cambridge and has appeared as a presenter on various television programs, including the BBC series 'Cunk on Earth'. Catharine Titi: an international lawyer and research associate professor at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), specializing in public international law, international investment law, and cultural heritage law, notably known for her work on the Parthenon Marbles and international arbitration. Alexander Herman: the Director of the Institute of Art and Law in the UK, recognized for his expertise in art law, cultural property, and restitution issues. He has written extensively on topics like the Parthenon Marbles dispute and has contributed to discussions on cultural heritage and legal frameworks surrounding art. — In opposition of the motion — Lord Sumption: a British author, historian, and retired Supreme Court Justice, known for his legal career, his historical works like the multi-volume "Hundred Years War," and his public commentary. Mario Torretta: a classical archaeoloist trained in Sicily and in Athens. His expertise covers classical Greek architecture and sculpture, Ancient Athens and the Elgin Marbles. Dominic Selwood: an author, historian, journalist, and barrister, known for his works on history including the novel "The Sword of Moses" and non-fiction like "Anatomy of a Nation: A History of British Identity in 50 Documents." He regularly contributes to newspapers like the Daily Telegraph on historical topics and has a background in medieval history, — Follow the Pharos Foundation — Website: https://pharos.foundation/ Twitter: https://x.com/Pharosofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharos_foundation/ #history #podcast #elginmarbles #parthenonmarbles #ancientgreece #debate #historydebate #britishmuseum #internationallaw