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How Egypt Used a Fake Tank to Save Its History From Thieves

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In the first days of the Arab Spring in 2011, police protection vanished, leaving archeological sites vulnerable to looters. Only one man had a plan.

Peter Hessler
Peter Hessler
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Peter Hessler

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