Illinois House Resolution 211 calls for the repatriation of Benin Bronzes to their rightful heirs.
Illinois House Resolution 211 urges museums and collectors to repatriate Benin Bronzes to the descendants of enslaved captives and the heirs of the Benin Kingdom. The resolution acknowledges the historical injustice of the slave trade and the Benin Kingdom's role in it. It calls for the creation of a Repatriation Committee to facilitate negotiations, oversee the repatriation process, and ensure equitable sharing and ownership of the artifacts. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of healing and reconciliation between the descendants of the enslaved and the heirs of the Benin Kingdom.
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