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      • © 2013 National Geographic

        Treasure Hide? History in Peril

        February 1, 2013—In Mali and Afghanistan, locals hid priceless historic artifacts from occupying forces. Archaeologist and National Geographic Fellow Fred Hiebert explains why people risk their lives for their cultural heritage.

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        Sounds a lot like the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Bible.

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