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Conference: Archaeology of Military Archaeology by the_historian on 06 Aug 2008 6:46 PM (0 replies)

Archaeologies of Military Occupation

 

Within the discipline of Conflict Archaeology, the study of the

materiality, battlefields, landscapes, and war memorials of WWI and WWII have emerged as a rich source of archaeological information. This session proposes to explore another aspect of conflict archaeology: the archaeology of military occupation. Papers which deal with aspects of military occupation of the historical past, specifically WWI and WWII, are sought for this session, although case studies of military occupation further back - or forwards - in time will also be welcome.

 Particular themes to be addressed might include:

 ~ Heritage issues, such as the commemoration and memorialisation of

occupation today, and how it is presented to the public in museums.

~ How military occupation affected the landscape, and how that landscape is understood or used today.

 ~ Looting and destruction of cultural heritage during military occupations.

~ The materiality of occupation and how the material culture of the period typifies the shortage of food, fuel and raw materials and the experience of occupation more generally

~ The materiality of resistance, whether passive, active or silent.

 

To offer a paper, please get in touch with:

Dr Gilly Carr

University of Cambridge.

gcc20@hermes.cam.ac.uk


Hello and Help by bobcoope on 06 Aug 2008 12:54 PM (0 replies)
Hi I’m Bob,
 
I have recently graduated as a History teacher an in my first post I am going to be teaching   Classical Civilisations and don’t have a clue where to start. The first module is called: Archaeology: Mycenae and the classical world
 
The principal focus of this unit is on archaeology, art and architecture. The unit is also concerned with society, history and religion.
Candidates must be familiar with the specified archaeological sites, buildings, tombs and finds.
 
• The development of classical archaeology; classical context, historical development, the twentieth century and today;
 
• Project development; research, project design, the legal framework and funding;
 
• Archaeological prospecting; surface surveys, aerial photography, site mapping, geophysical surveys and soil sampling;
 
• Excavation; strategy, trenches, levels of recovery, unusual environments and digging different materials;
 
• Recording the site and finds; first principles, the context-based record, photography, plans, sections, conservation, and recording techniques;
 
• Study, analysis and presentation; stratigraphy, typology, the contribution of science, dating, interpretation, publication, and the presentation and display of archaeological sites.
 
 
If anybody can help with directions to resources or advice on how to tach archaeology art A-level. I would love to hear form you.
 
Many thasnk

Rob
 

Hunt is on for mysterious Castlerigg castle by the_historian on 05 Aug 2008 1:02 PM (0 replies)

Sounds intriguing!

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Hunt is on for mysterious Castlerigg castle by the_historian on 05 Aug 2008 1:00 PM (0 replies)

Sounds intriguing!

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Northern England's secret Neolithic treasures by the_historian on 05 Aug 2008 12:03 AM (0 replies)

Nice one!

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Norman Castell Aberlleiniog saved from collapse by the_historian on 05 Aug 2008 12:01 AM (0 replies)

So what took them so long?

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Anglo-Norman chapel surprise find in Swaffham by the_historian on 03 Aug 2008 9:08 PM (0 replies)

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Swaffham's Saxon grave mystery to be probed by the_historian on 03 Aug 2008 9:06 PM (0 replies)

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Ancient palace found on Bennachie by the_historian on 02 Aug 2008 10:37 AM (0 replies)

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Perth Friary dig finds skeletons by the_historian on 01 Aug 2008 1:40 AM (0 replies)

Well, I suppose you would....

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'Lost' Scone abbey is rediscovered by the_historian on 21 Jul 2008 6:24 PM (0 replies)

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Stalybridge's mysterious mound is lost castle by the_historian on 21 Jul 2008 2:57 PM (0 replies)

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Member Groups on Online Archaeology by host on 17 Jul 2008 4:20 PM (0 replies)

As a member of Online Archaeology you can now create your own Group.

A Group might simpy be a group of friends or you might create a Group with a particular topic in mind, for example 'Roman Archaeology'. You can choose the make the Group open or invite only. Group members can send each other messages and each Group has a 'Wall', similar to Facebook where you can post messages.

A Group can also propose meetings at a location or simply operate to discuss topics.

Why not give it a try and invite others to join your Group....

 


Exploring Loch Tay's secrets by the_historian on 15 Jul 2008 4:05 PM (0 replies)

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Urgent - Job with Archaeological Tour Company by petesommer on 14 Jul 2008 9:50 AM (0 replies)

Peter Sommer Travels, a tour operator specialising in archaeological tours (primarily to Turkey) is looking for an Office & Operations Manager at our office in Monmouth. The role can be part or full time. 

Widely varying tasks from office admin to marketing, customer service to website work. The right candidate has the potential to help develop and perhaps even lead small group archaeological tours. Huge scope to develop the role.

Must be a flexible & enthusiastic self-starter, who shows initiative, & has a broad range of experience.

Must be able to start latest Friday 18th July 2008.

Contact:
Peter Sommer Travels

01600 888 220, info@petersommer.com ; www.petersommer.com

 


Legionary standard found at Caerleon dig by the_historian on 11 Jul 2008 3:36 PM (0 replies)

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Dig starts for Verulam town by the_historian on 11 Jul 2008 3:34 PM (0 replies)

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Many new Iron Age settlements found in Yorkshire by the_historian on 11 Jul 2008 3:32 PM (0 replies)

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Introduction and question by dark75219 on 08 Jul 2008 11:34 PM (0 replies)

Hello everyone, I am a graduating senior from Ohio State university with a degree in civil engineering and (with a specialization in structurs) I was wondering if I can somehow use that degree to use in some field of archeology, however my school doesn't offer archeology so I don't really have anyone to talk to about this field.  So while it has always been an interest of mine, I would like to know what steps I should take to make it a career, so if anyone has a phone number, email or a website that I can use to contact someone, that would be a great help, thanks.


Recent site issues by host on 01 Jul 2008 9:57 PM (0 replies)

Had a couple of issues to sort out on the site recently. I'm happy to report that they have now been resolved. Now that we're back on our feet, lots of new stuff will be appearing over the next few months.


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