budoguytenkaichi [he/him,they/them] to

History • 3 years ago

This is Hoa Hakananai'a. He was kidnapped from his home in 1868 and has been held hostage in the British Museum ever since. His 900 brethren await his return.

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This is Hoa Hakananai'a. He was kidnapped from his home in 1868 and has been held hostage in the British Museum ever since. His 900 brethren await his return.

budoguytenkaichi [he/him,they/them] to

History • 3 years ago

They would mount a rescue for their Stolen Friend if they could, but their options are unfortunately limited, as they are statues.

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SocialistDad [he/him]
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3 years ago
James Acaster has a great bit on British museums

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