Priceless Pieces Of History Destroyed By War
Priceless Pieces Of History Destroyed By War
War takes a toll on everyone and everything, from human beings to our most prized historical artifacts. Despite the best efforts of groups like the Monuments, Arts and Archives Section (MFAA) of the Allied Forces, otherwise known as the"Monuments Men", sometimes priceless historical artifacts can't be saved.
Here are artifacts and prized possessions that are gone forever.
The Former Prefectural Industrial Promotional Hall
Today known as the "Atomic Bomb Dome" or the "Hiroshima Peace Memorial", the Prefectural Industrial Promotional Hall was built in 1915 by a Czech architect in Hiroshima, Japan. Most of the building was destroyed during the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, but the steel dome structure atop the hall still stands as a monument and reminder of strength and the possibility of peace from the ashes of war.
The Library Of Alexandria
The Library of Alexandria was one of the ancient world's most significant and important collections of papyrus scrolls in history. Approximately half a million ancient scrolls were housed within it. It, along with all its contents, was destroyed during the Palmyrene invasion of Ancient Egypt during the 3rd century.
Ancient Japanese Castles
In the 19th century, Japanese emperor Meiji and his supporters smashed and destroyed ancient Japanese castles built in the 16th century. As Japan was modernizing, the "Meiji restoration"
and its supporters wanted to do away with anything related to the ancient, feudal systems that the castles symbolized.
The Entire Town of Narva, Estonia
During WWII, 98% of the town of Narva in Estonia was destroyed by bombings. It's now rebuilt, but in the immediate aftermath only three buildings remained.
