2,400-Year-Old Greek Column Fragment Returned After 50 Years: A Story of Repatriation and Cultural Respect

Oct 18, 2025 11:50 pm CST

A German woman has returned a 2,400-year-old limestone column fragment from Ancient Olympia that she took as a souvenir in the 1960s. This repatriation, facilitated by the University of Munster, represents a significant restoration of Greek cultural heritage and highlights growing awareness about the importance of returning historically significant artifacts to their countries of origin.