Scientific bulletin 66 67 | Bulletin Scientific

Heritage conservation and enhancement in former conflit zones Conservation et mise en valeur du patrimoine dans les anciennes zones de conflit

Underground defences and fortifications DĂŠfenses et fortifications souterraines

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