Based on the details in The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone, what is the last effect of the French surrendering to the British in Se
ptember 1801? The French scholars plead to keep the treasures they have collected.
The British agree to allow the French to keep most of their treasures.
General Hutchinson insists on taking the Rosetta Stone from the French.
General Menou hands the Rosetta Stone over to General Hutchinson.
General Menou hands the Rosetta Stone over to General Hutchinson.
Explanation:
Rosetta Stone was a key element in the discovery of much of Egyptian history which was unknown until its discovery. the book 'The Riddle of Rosetta Stone' described the story of its discovery and translation.
it was discovered by the French while tearing down an old fort. In the aftermath of the French surrender to British, <u>It was handed over to General Hutchinson of England by General Menou saying that he should have it as his forces proved to be the stronger of the two.</u>
