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Worldwide, requests have been made for repatriation of art and cultural property on the basis that these objects had been stolen or are central to the culture of indigenous populations. This course will examine the legal, moral and practical arguments for and against the various repatriation requests by individuals, groups, and nation states. The course will explore the nuances and complexities of these issues and will allow students to form their own conclusions about the appropriate ways to handle various repatriation requests in the context of law and public policy. Special emphasis will be placed on art repatriation efforts involving Italy and the United States.

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