Afghanistan 1969-1974 - A collection of photographs by Dr. Volker Thewalt of Kabul Museum exhibits, Bamiyan, and other important sites in Afghanistan. Museum Under Siege - An article by the Archaeological Institute of America detailing the ongoing efforts to rescue the collections of Afghanistan's National Museum. BBC - Afghans Display Ancient Stone - An article reporting the acquisition of the 2000 year old Kushan Rabotak Stone. Includes statements of tolerance for archaeological remains by the Taliban. BBC - Afghan Gold Stash Found Intact - Report on a legendary store of 2,000-year old Afghan treasure, including gold and ancient manuscripts, found intact. The Impact of War upon Afghanistan's Cultural Heritage - Paper presented at the AIA conference by Afghanistan's National Institute of Archaeology on the impact of war upon Afghanistan's cultural heritage. Christian Science Monitor - Afghanistan's Buddhas Still Under Threat - Investigates a case of possible corruption in the arrest and immediate release of several thieves intent on stealing archaeological relics. BBC - Experts Defer Buddhas' Rebuilding - Conservation experts meeting in Kabul to rescue Afghan cultural heritage decide Kabul Museum should be restored before the giant statues. The Guardian - 'Miracle' of 2nd Century Bowl Saved From Taliban - Museum curators risk their lives to protect a 2nd century AD stone wine bowl carved with Bacchanalian scenes of naked women and satyrs dancing and feasting.