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Have you ever wondered whether the Parthenon Marbles were stolen? This question has sparked debates and controversies for over two centuries. The Parthenon Marbles, also known as the Elgin Marbles, are a collection of ancient Greek sculptures originally from the Parthenon temple in Athens. Their removal by Lord Elgin, the British Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire in the early 19th century, has been a subject of heated discussion regarding cultural heritage, colonialism, and the ethics of cultural property ownership. This article delves into the history and arguments surrounding the Parthenon Marbles and their rightful place.