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Museum covers up Egyptian mummies
Museum covers up Egyptian mummies
Last Modified: 22 May 2008
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PA News
Egyptian mummies on display in a museum have been covered up to preserve their modesty.
Manchester Museum has covered up the mummies while it holds a consultation on the display of human remains.
A museum spokeswoman admitted that the decision had sparked accusations of political correctness.
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