The
Acoma Shield is finally coming home after years in legal and political limbo. The
sacred item was taken from the
Pueblo of Acoma in New Mexico in the early 1970s. It ended up in France, where it went up for auction until diplomatic efforts
halted the sale at the last minute back in 2016.
The shield, however, remained in France, triggering new legal and political battles. But those are finally over and the tribe is ready to reclaim an important piece of its heritage.
"Acoma has looked forward to this day for the last four years, steadfastly working with many people for this result," Governor Brian D. Vallo said on Monday morning. "The Pueblo of Acoma is deeply grateful for the assistance of the many parties who have supported us in our efforts to reclaim the Acoma Shield.”...
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