Power of the Past

Archaeology – A Secret History episode 3 – The Power of the Past: shows how 20th-century attention turned from civilisation and kings to the search for the common man against a background of science and competing political ideologies. Archaeology stands as a pivotal discipline that unveils the story of human activity through the meticulous study and analysis of material culture. This encompasses artifacts, architecture, biofacts or ecofacts, and cultural landscapes. Rooted in both social sciences and humanities, archaeology in Europe is seen as a distinct discipline, while in North America, it aligns closely with anthropology. Archaeologists delve into the depths […]