Excavation

ancestral tree and the analysis of various sites. One of the newest sites dealing with human evolution is the Rising Star cave system in South Africa, where a new species of human ancestors, Homo naledi, was discovered. Because of its modernity, quick excavation, and controversial conclusions, the site of the Rising Star cave system is still being actively researched. The remains have yet to be dated and this information would have an important impact…

In the Spring of 2015, Jason Schein an assistant curator of natural history at the New Jersey State Museum was asked to go to the site of a dinosaur called Suuwassea. Thus far in life, Jason Schein has helped in the excavation of the last long- The Suuwassea dinosaur is categorized as a long tailed sauropod dinosaur that is found in the Upper Jurassic strata of the Morrison Formation. This dinosaur does not have a rich background but it does fill in some evolutionary gaps. The Suuwassea that…

The Life and Discovery made by Howard Carter The most famous discovery of an Egyptian pharaoh in history is the finding of Tutankhamun’s tomb. He was also known as King Tut. There were many who tried for over more than 3,000 years but failed to find the tomb. It was the discovery by Howard Carter in 1922 that made history. Howard Carter was born in May 9, 1874 in Kensington, London. His father was a successful artist named Samuel Carter. He didn’t grow up living with his parents because he was…

fragmented. Also, the British government owned every artifact. One of the problems they encountered with the excavation was the beginning of the war. When World War Two began, the news of the excavation was overshadowed. Also, the government used Edith Pretty’s estate as a training site for soldiers, learning how to drive war vehicles. This disturbed the mounds even more and made excavations harder after the war ended. Another problem the team of archaeologists encountered was that some of the…

Euphrates River, including Tell Ahmar and Jebel Khalid. These domestic and religious artefacts are displayed alongside excavation equipment to aid the exhibit’s attempt to explore how modern conflict can impact on a nation’s ancient history and reinforce the need for preservation. Upon entry, visitors are greeted with a collection of large manuscripts and journals, supplies and excavation equipment displayed beside the ancient artefacts they unearthed. Relics of ceramic and ivory dishes and…

Pompeii is one of the most well-known ancient cities in the world. However, at the height of its existence, it was just another Roman city. What makes Pompeii so important to us today is how well it was preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Nevertheless, there are still many unanswered questions about the city. Mary Beard defined it as the Pompeii Paradox, or the fact that we “simultaneously know a huge amount and very little about ancient life there.” Although the eruption of Mount…

What is the purpose of a museum or a historic site? On the surface, many would indicate that it is education. Through his monograph, Upon the Ruins of Slavery: Slavery, the President’s House at Independence National Historical Park, and Public Memory, Roger C. Aden argues that the purpose of a museum is much more complex than that, and it varies from person to person. He examined the various processes and problems that occur in the creation of a historical site. Specifically, Aden examines…

Hurricane Katrina levee’s along the Mississippi River were essentially sturdy and strong; however, the levee constructed to hold back Lake Borgne, Lake Pontchartrain, and the waterlogged swamps and marshes to the city’s west and east were less reliable. Since Hurricane Katrina, it has let other states to observe, verify, and inspect their flood control systems and implanting this catastrophic event if it happened in their cities. Sacramento has implemented and introduces an overhauling flood…

Along with additional archaeological excavations during the early part of 1900AD, discovering religious artifacts proving the worship of the Canaanite Pantheon in areas such as Palestine, northeaster Egypt, western Arabia, Cyprus, Moab, Ammon, Edom, Phoenicia, Philistine, Sizu, Syria, Lebanon and Jordan. These excavation sites identified many places of worship, temples, smaller shrines and open-air sanctuaries such as temples discovered…

4. Health and Safety: Measures for Stone Quarry The legislations such Mine Health & Safety Act are used for the mines and quarries. According to Tim (2006:85) since quarries are one of the dangerous operations like mines due to the nature of the work. Operations use larger vehicles, explosives, Crushers, conveyor belts and high walls which are part of the hazards. As a result, there will be more safety audits which may enable the contractors to reduce the likeness of accidents or prevent ill…