On Saturday 18 June at the scheduled celebration of the Acropolis Museum's 12th anniversary and a peaceful protest at the British Museum, two students came along and produced a great video.

When David studying history and Alex reading Law found a common denominator in the UK campaign for reunification of the Parthenon Marbles.

David Pinto and Alexandros Lees are both students from London.

David studies History at Brown University, where he publishes articles on international affairs and history and creates visual content for various departments. He was attracted to the cause due to its unique combination of classical antiquity and modern diplomacy - two of his principle academic pursuits.

Alexandros studies Law at the London School of Economics, while publishing a tri-weekly finance newsletter providing in-depth deal analysis. As a Greek national, he aims to use his knowledge of cultural property law and deal-making to help engineer the repatriation of the Parthenon Marbles.

Both graduated from St. Paul’s School in 2020, and hope to use their expertise to support the BCRPM’s cause.

To watch the video created by David and Alex, kindly follow the link here.

Alex chatting to Victoria Hislop

George bringing Alex up to speed on why this campaign exists and continues

Christopher came along with his family to add all of their voices with those of other Greek living in London

When there is hope and a future for the newest chapter in the plight of the Parthenon sculptures, still divided, and mainly between two great museums of the world. 

A BCRPM letter was delivered to Nicholas Cullinan, the British Museum's new Director on 15 June by BCRPM campaigners and friends. The choice of the 15th was significant as this June, the Acropolis Museum celebrated its 15th anniversary.

Alexandros and David were inspired to cover the remonstration at the British Museum as this cause is very close to both their hearts, and  they were with us also in 2022. We look forward to their continued involvement with the movement going forward.

Below a link to the video that Alexandros and David artfully put together. It features interviews with Dame Janet Suzman and Victoria Hislop and a narrative of the events by Alexandros.  

"This campaign is contingent on public awareness, which in turn is raised through high-profile endorsements and large amounts of content being created on the topic. With this in mind, David and I are very excited to also submit a review on the current debate surrounding the campaign to reunify the Parthenon Marbles." wrote Alexandros post the 15th of June.

Watch: Talking Parthenon Marbles with Dame Janet Suzman and Victoria Hislop.

Alexandros Lees: Alexandros is a British-Greek lawyer who first studied the Parthenon Marbles during his Law degree at the London School of Economics. Alexandros’ Greek heritage, legal training, and interest in cultural property give him a unique passion for repatriation.

David Pinto: David Pinto is a Franco-American journalist, documentarian, and presidential campaign aide. A recent alum of Brown University, he earned a double bachelors degree in History and Film Studies. As a specialist in both international affairs and ancient history, David uses filmmaking to cover cultural property disputes.

Next steps: Alexandros and David are currently writing a thinkpiece on the prospects of repatriation, focussing on the effects of a Labour Government, increasing international support for repatriation, and growing public awareness of the cause. The article will feature interviews with prominent figures involved in the debate.