How has archaeology changed in the US during the 20th century?

Archaeology in the US has changed over the last 100+ years in at least three ways: perspectives, theories, and techniques. Perspectives: Archaeologists at one time had little information to help them understand who inhabited sites or when. read more

Archaeology in the US has changed over the last 100+ years in at least three ways: perspectives, theories, and techniques. Perspectives: Archaeologists at one time had little information to help them understand who inhabited sites or when. read more

Archaeology increasingly became a professional activity during the first half of the 20th century. Although the bulk of an excavation's workforce would still consist of volunteers, it would normally be led by a professional. read more