The Historical Archaeology of Virginia from Initial Settlement to the Present
The Historical Archaeology of Virginia from Initial Settlement to the Present

Author: Clarence R. Geier

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-02-10

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 9781541023482

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The book includes six chapters that cover Virginia history from initial settlement through the 20th century plus one that deals with the important role of underwater archaeology. Written by prominent archaeologists with research experience in their respective topic areas, the chapters consider important issues of Virginia history and consider how the discipline of historic archaeology has addressed them and needs to address them . Changes in research strategy over time are discussed , and recommendations are made concerning the need to recognize the diverse and often differing roles and impacts that characterized the different regions of Virginia over the course of its historic past. Significant issues in Virginia history needing greater study are identified.

Time Before History
Time Before History

Author: H. Trawick Ward

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 9780807847800

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Describes the state's prehistory and archaeological discoveries

The Other Side of Charleston
The Other Side of Charleston

Author: Michael Trinkley

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13:

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A study of the 1994 archaeological and historical survey of the block in Charleston, S.C.--bounded by King St., Princess St., Archdale St., and Market St.--proposed for the construction of the Saks Fifth Avenue department store. Five site areas are explored, one associated with a standing structure used as a saloon and grocery throughout its history (corner of Market and Archdale), two associated with free persons of color, one associated with a middle-income white family, and a fifth associated with the rear alleyway of a businessman's hotel during the 19th century.

The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina: 1514-1861
The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina: 1514-1861

Author: Lawrence Sanders Rowland

Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 590

ISBN-13: 9781570030901

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Recounting more than three centuries of Spanish and French exploration, English and Huguenor agriculture, and African slave labour, this text traces the history of one of North America's oldest settlements, covering what are now Jasper, Hampton, and part of Alllendale countries.

Fields of Conflict
Fields of Conflict

Author: Douglas Scott

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781597972765

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Archaeology reveals the hidden history of battlefields