French Parliament approves return of 'human zoo' remains to French Guiana

The French Parliament passed historic legislation authorizing the return to French Guiana of human remains from past colonial 'human zoos'.

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This vote marks official recognition of crimes committed during this dark period of French colonial exploitation.

The decision reflects an evolution in French memorial policies regarding colonial legacies.

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