Episode 2 of 2

Ratification Documents

When: 1802
Where: Constantinople
Part of: Elgin begins removal of the Parthenon Marbles

Ottoman officials issued documents in 1802 ratifying the conduct of local governors in Athens regarding the removal.

In 1802, Ottoman officials in Constantinople issued documents to the civil governor and military commander of Athens. These documents ratified their conduct, supporting the ongoing removal of sculptures from the Acropolis structures.

Sources

Elgin Marbles Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-24

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