Looting History
Overview
Looting History uncovers the alarming rise of cultural theft that threatens the world's heritage. Through gripping storytelling and expert insights, this docuseries highlights the impact of illicit activities on ancient artifacts and historical sites. Viewers are taken on a journey that exposes the connection between these crimes and the financial gains of notorious criminals. As it sheds light on this pressing issue, the series prompts reflection on the importance of preserving cultural legacy for future generations.
Episodes
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1
Robbing the Cradle: The Looting Of The Iraq Museum
When Baghdad succumbed to US troops in 2003, a staggering 15,000 invaluable artifacts were looted from the Iraq Museum. This episode explores the atte...
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Blood Antiquities: Islamic State And The Theft Of Syria's Past
Explore how Western collectors overlooked the troubling reality of ISIS peddling Syria's invaluable ancient heritage to the highest bidders.
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3
Behind The Mask: Robbing The Land Of The Pharaohs
A piece of papyrus, valued far beyond its weight in gold, comes up for auction, signaling disaster for a renowned Oxford professor.
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4
Thou Shalt Not Steal: Hobby Lobby and the Museum of the Bible
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5
Stealing Beauty: The Morgantina Goddess and the Getty Museum
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6
Michael Steinhardt and the Greek Pot of Gold
In December 2021, hedge-fund mogul and art collector Michael Steinhardt handed over 180 stolen artifacts valued at around $70 million. Along with this...
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Making a Killing: Douglas Latchford and the Cambodian Killing Fields
Douglas Latchford, a prominent dealer in Khmer antiquities, was regarded as the leading authority in his field, boasting ties to major museums around ...
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A Deal with the Devil: Hitler's Museum of Stolen Art
In 2012, authorities conducted a search of an apartment in Munich belonging to the reclusive elderly man, Cornelius Gurlitt. During this investigation...
