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192. Should the UK Return Stolen Historical Artefacts?: The Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles, and Benin Bronzes! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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The Three Most Controversial Artifacts in the British Museum

The Benin Bronzes are a large group of sculptures made of brass and bronze metal. They were created by master craftsman from the West African Kingdom of Benin. From the 16th century onwards, these objects were created for a variety of purposes. The reason I've chosen these three artifacts is that they have all been in the news in the last few weeks.

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