| ID | 126873 |
| Title Proper | Archaeology should not be used as a weapon in the struggle over Jerusalem |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Mizrachi, Yonathan |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The article presents the author's views concerning the political issue over the archaeological excavations and studies in Jerusalem. The author cites the decision of the city government to demolish 22 Palestinian dwellings in Silwan in order to construct the "Garden of the King" archaeological park. The author denotes how archaeology can mend the Israeli-Palestinian conflicts. The archaeology's implication on culture is also noted. |
| `In' analytical Note | Palestine Israel Journal Vol.17, No.1-2; 2011: p.96-98 |
| Journal Source | Palestine Israel Journal Vol.17, No.1-2; 2011: p.96-98 |
| Key Words | Arab-Israeli Conflict ; Archaeology ; Antiquities ; Wrecking ; Israel ; Arab ; Palestine ; Border Conflicts ; War ; Strategy ; Israeli-Palestinian Conflicts ; Silwan ; Archaeological Park |