The invasion of Iraq started the destruction and looting of the most ancient civilization - The Sumerian Civilization
http://www.nytimes.com/2003/04/13/world/a-nation-at-war-looting-pillagers-strip-iraqi-museum-of-its-treasure.html?pagewanted=all
https://www.rt.com/op-edge/iraq-war-cultural-artifacts-553/
http://www.ibtimes.com/isis-destroys-iraqi-archaeological-site-nimrud-near-mosul-1838230
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-34111092
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vI7m-nFB4CM - Zacharia Sitchin