Marie-Louise Winbladh, Archaeology as a Weapon: Long-Lasting Legacies of Colonialism and Nationalism in Israel, Palestine, Cyprus, and Greece. (Wilmington: Vernon Press, 2025, xxii and 344pp., 88 b/w illustr., hbk, ISBN 979-8-8819-0273-5)

Key Points

• The aim is to explore how archaeology serves as a tool in the context of colonialism and nationalism in specific regions.
• Literature review of archaeological practices
• Case studies from Israel, Palestine, Cyprus, and Greece
• Historical analysis of colonial influences on archaeology
• Identified patterns of colonial narratives in archaeological interpretations
• Highlighted the role of nationalism in shaping archaeological discourse
• Demonstrated the lasting impact of these legacies on contemporary societal views