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Archaeology is the study of past human societies through the analysis of artifacts, structures, and remains.
Warren R. Perry has written: 'Landscape transformations and the archaeology of impact' -- subject(s): Bantu-speaking peoples, History, Migrations
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Archaeology involves studying material remains to understand past societies, while ethnography involves studying present-day cultures through participant observation and interviews. Both provide valuable insights into different aspects of history, with archaeology focusing on material culture and physical landscapes, and ethnography focusing on social practices and beliefs. Combining findings from both fields can offer a more comprehensive understanding of past and present societies.
the important archaeological sources of studying history include monuments and sites, inscriptions, edicts, tools, and weapons and cultural evidences.
yes there are still many things to discover and archaeology is not always about digging it is about studying the artifact
by studying language patterns
Archaeology and a history teacher
Archaeology as a discipline emerged in the 19th century with pioneers like Flinders Petrie and Heinrich Schliemann. Initially focused on ancient civilizations like Egypt and Greece, it has evolved to encompass a wide range of cultures and time periods. Modern archaeology uses scientific methods to uncover and interpret the material remains of past human societies.
While a background in geography can be beneficial for studying archaeology, it is not a requirement to become an archaeologist. Archaeology is an interdisciplinary field that draws on knowledge and skills from various subjects, including anthropology, history, and geology. Specializing in one of these areas can also lead to a career in archaeology.
Donald L. Hardesty has written: 'Ecological anthropology' -- subject(s): Anthropology, Human ecology 'Mining archaeology in the American West' -- subject(s): Frontier and pioneer life, Mines and mineral resources, Social archaeology, Antiquities, Industrial archaeology, Archaeology and history, Mining engineering, History 'The Pony Express in central Nevada' -- subject(s): Pony express, Excavations (Archaeology), Antiquities, Nevada 'The pony express in central Nevada' -- subject(s): Pony express, Excavations (Archaeology), Postal service, History, Antiquities 'The archaeology of mining and miners' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Archaeology and history, Antiquities, Industrial archaeology 'Assessing site significance' -- subject(s): Methodology, Management, Historic sites, Archaeology and history, Excavations (Archaeology), Antiquities, Archaeology 'History and archaeology of the Luchetti Ranch, Sparks, Nevada' -- subject(s): History 'The archaeology of the Donner Party' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Donner Party, Excavations (Archaeology), Overland journeys to the Pacific
Plenty. To discover the buried history. They uncover history.