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Archaeologists saved 30,000 treasures from ISIS during Syria war: Study

In a remarkable feat illustrating tenacity and dedication, Syrian archaeologists embarked on a dangerous mission in 2014-2015 to salvage around 30,000 artifacts from the Deir ez-Zor Museum amidst the intense conflict with ISIS. Led by Professor Maamoun Abdulkarim, the operation faced significant challenges yet underscored the urgency of preserving Syria's cultural heritage and collective memory,…

Archaeologists saved 30,000 treasures from ISIS during Syria war: Study

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