Good intent turned into the opposite

Good intentions can sometimes turn into their embarrassing opposite. A few weeks ago, the University of Cologne planned to return three skulls from Australian natives. After much searching, the descendants were identified and a solemn meeting was scheduled in Cologne. But just before the objects were handed over, the unbelievable happened. One of the skulls had disappeared, presumably stolen.

Zur Repatriierung der Schädel ihrer Vorfahren nach Köln gereist: Delegation derDja Dja Wurrung Community aus Victoria Credit: Jana Bauch Universität zu Köln

Dr. Elisabeth Hoffmann, Sprecherin der Universität zu Köln

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