Java Man return to Java: Netherlands to return Dubois Collection of 28,000 fossils to Indonesia

A Dutch commission ruled the haul, which includes the Java Man skull cap, was seized 'against the will of the local population', clearing the way for its unconditional repatriation.

Java Man return to Java: Netherlands to return Dubois Collection of 28,000 fossils to Indonesia.

Java Man return to Java: Netherlands to return Dubois Collection of 28,000 fossils to Indonesia.

(photo credit: Naturalis Biodiversity Center)

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 20:15