Tag: Late Bronze Age
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Exploring Late Bronze Age Feasting Through Animal Bones
Introduction to Late Bronze Age Middens The Late Bronze Age, marked from approximately 1200 to 800 BC, was a period of significant social and cultural development in Britain. Archaeological studies of middens—large rubbish heaps that accumulated over generations—offer a fascinating glimpse into the dietary habits and community interactions of ancient peoples. Recently, a groundbreaking study…
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Travel Patterns Revealed by Late Bronze Age Middens
The Role of Middens in Understanding Travel Patterns Middens, or ancient rubbish heaps, offer fascinating insights into the social and cultural practices of prehistoric communities. In the Late Bronze Age, which spans approximately 1200 to 800 BCE, these heaps were not just simple waste deposits; they were key indicators of the communal activities of the…