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Medieval Archaeology

The resources here offer information about archaeological excavation sites, lost villages, artifacts, shipwrecks, and the information gleaned from their study.
Archaeology
From your About.com Guide to Archaeology, extensive information on archaeology of all geographical areas and chronological eras, plus interviews, quotes, fiction and more. Exceedingly well-done by K. Kris Hirst.
An Archeological Quest for the 'real' King Arthur
At the Quest site, a basic introduction on what the science of archaeology can and cannot achieve in searching for a historical King Arthur is followed by pertinent investigations in Britain.
Archaeology: Learning to Read Rome's Ruins
The physical science of rediscovering the ancients. Splendid exhibit at the Vatican Library.
The Dating of Medieval Military Architecture
Paul Martin Remfry addresses the need to re-evaluate methods of dating castles and other military structures in this thought-provoking article at the Castles of Wales website.
The Jorvik Viking Center
Built on the site of a tenth-century Viking city in York, the center provides a vivid experience in the recreation of everyday life. Site includes introductory info with numerous photos and admission information for those fortunate enough to visit.
Medieval rock engravings at S. Maria del Giudice
From the TRACCE online rock art bulletin comes a brief article by P.E.Bagnoli on the rock engravings found at Monte Cotrozzi in Tuscany, Italy.
A Unique Memorial to a Learned Lady
Three images accompany this fascinating article by Dr. Jyotsna Kamat about the memorial to a tenth-century scholar found in Kolar.

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