Archaeological site

buildings, tools, and other artifacts that are the residue of former societies through site excavation (Schuyler, Robert L., 1988). Archaeologists are interested in the organization of past societies, the manner in which people once made and used tools such as technology, how people thought about the world and each other, the nature of pre-modern environments, and the processes that affect the formation of sites (Skibo, James M., Michael W. Graves, and Miriam T. Stark, 2007). Archaeology offers…

died. The article first introduces the problem by explaining that a skeleton has been found in New South Wales that exhibits fatal trauma evidence. At first glance it would seem the fatal trauma is indicative of a sharp metal weapon, but the burial site was dated to be 600 years before European settlers reached the area and introduces steel weapons. So the main question is, which weapon was used to kill this victim? Could a wood weapon inflict the same damage as a steel weapon? Kaakutja, the…

Is there any archaeological evidence that supports Jesus Existence on Earth? To determine the validity of sources or stories people I antiquity, we rely upon is physical remains. We look at architecture, monuments, pottery, coin medals and even mosaics. Jesus Christ is the most famous and popular person in the universe but. This has brought about the archaeological curiosity of his existence which till now, archaeologist have yet to find any substantial evidence to prove his existence. The…

structures such as remains of old houses. Inside them are kitchen utensils, ceramic pots, knives, and even coins and horseshoes, which were likely imported. There are also clay figurines and statues depicting the deities the Guanches worshipped. This site is, hands-down, the best place to check out and experience the best of prehistoric Gran Canaria. The Guanche Experience is Golden Although history and archaeology may not be the main reason why you would visit Gran Canaria, it’s an integral…

such as a decaptated skull placed between the legs of the remains (Steadman, 2008, p. 53). The deliberate placement of such body parts suggests that this type of trama was more interpersonal than intrapersonal. Additionally, found at the Orendorf site was about an equal ratio of males to females and about half of the burials consisted of adults (Steadman, 2008, p. 52). What can be normally seen in warfare is quite a large amount of adult male deaths, but the almost equal ratios of male versus…

Museums as Learning Environments Museums serve as learning environments by providing information about specific subjects through exhibits. People visit museums to learn and experience new information. Every museum is focused on a particular subject, whether that is natural science, history, or culture. One visits a museum based on what one wants to learn about. If a particular person is very interested in the history of Native American’s then he/she will seek out a museum that provides…

Monte Albán is a huge pre-Columbian archaeological place in the Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán Municipality in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca. The site is located in a small mountainous area increasing higher the field in the central section of the Vale of Oaxaca where the end northern Ella, eastern Tlacolula, and southern Zimatlán & Ocotlán parts meet. The currently-day state capital Oaxaca City has located roughly 6 miles east of Monte Albán. Beyond being one of the newest towns of Mesoamerica,…

to a comprehensive survey and a record of all Aboriginal sites does not exist, it is known that Canberra has more than 3,500 known Aboriginal heritage sites, which indicate the extensive occupation of this area by Aboriginal people. Discovery of these sites have been as a result of archaeological and heritage surveys, information provided by members of the local Aboriginal community and interested members of the public with the newest sites being discovered after the January…

during my work experiences as an archaeological field technician. It was an abrupt change that I had to adapt to as I became completely responsible for all aspects of my life and wellbeing, as well as taking on the roles and responsibilities most commonly associated with adulthood in my family, community, and country as a whole. Starting my sophomore summer of high school I worked in the summers and during breaks as a surveyor/field technician with the private archaeological consulting firm TRC…

The Greeks were very active on the sea and sought to expand their influence further into the Mediterranean. By the 7th and 6th century B.C., Greek colonies stretched from the Asia Minor to southern Italy, Sicily, and north Africa, and even some parts of southern France and Spain(Hemingway). The Greeks established trading enclaves along already existing cities along the coast. They spread Greek culture which is found through pottery, silver, bronze, olive oil, and wine. Not only did the Greeks…