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Schliemann's Proposal
- When
- 29 June 1874
- Where
- General Ephorate of Antiquities
Heinrich Schliemann proposed funding the tower's demolition in 1874, citing scientific service and personal gain.
On 29 June 1874, Schliemann proposed to the General Ephorate of Antiquities that he fund the demolition, estimating the cost at 12,000 francs. He claimed it was a service to science, though it may have been an attempt to ingratiate himself with Greek authorities.
Sources
- Frankish Tower (Acropolis of Athens) Wikipedia
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