What happened to Babylon?


	What happened to Babylon?

Aribeth

8-15-2009 9:36 AM

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Aribeth says:

and using fragile stone-paved pathways as tank streets.

* The looting that began during America’s tenure continues today.

Apparently, Unesco is now rushing to reverse their decision and offer Babylon some World Heritage protection. But the sad truth is, it might be too late.<<

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8-16-2009 4:26 PM

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