Archaeological Reconnaissance at Great Bear Lake

Archaeological Reconnaissance at Great Bear Lake

Author: Donald Woodforde Clark

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1987-01-01

Total Pages: 327

ISBN-13: 1772821292

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This volume summarizes two seasons of archaeological survey and a brief reconnaissance at Great Bear Lake in 1972, 1976 and 1979. The survey was restricted primarily to the northern and northwestern shores of the lake, a region that was occupied at the time of historic contact by the Hare group of Athapaskans (Dene). Approximately 140 lithic (prehistoric) sites were located and are described together with the same number of historic camps, structures and caribou fences.


Batza Tena, Trail to Obsidian

Batza Tena, Trail to Obsidian

Author: Donald Woodforde Clark

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1993-01-01

Total Pages: 333

ISBN-13: 177282139X

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This volume reports on the findings from the extensive archaeological surveys and excavations in the Batza Téna area, Alaska’s most important source of obsidian.


History of the Native People of Canada

History of the Native People of Canada

Author: James Vallière Wright

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1996-01-01

Total Pages: 641

ISBN-13: 1772821454

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Volume two examines such developments as the replacement of the earlier spearthrower by the bow and arrow, the introduction of pottery from the south, the importance of communal hunting of bison on the Plains, and the appearance of ranked societies on the West Coast.


Archaeological Research at Calling Lake, Northern Alberta

Archaeological Research at Calling Lake, Northern Alberta

Author: Ruth Gruhn

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1980-01-01

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1772820938

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An archaeological survey of Calling Lake, situated in the mixed wood forest zone approximately 225 km north of Edmonton, found an abundance of prehistoric material at sites on the east and southeast shore. Four prehistoric campsites were excavated in three field seasons from l966 to 1968. Comparison of projectile point styles with types dated elsewhere suggest that occupation of two of the sites began in the interval 3000 to 1000 B.C. with major occupation of the other two sites starting somewhat later. Cultural affiliations appear to be with the Taltheilei tradition and earlier, with the Plains area.


Taphonomy and Archaeology in the Upper Pleistocene of the Northern Yukon Territory

Taphonomy and Archaeology in the Upper Pleistocene of the Northern Yukon Territory

Author: Richard E. Morlan

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1980-01-01

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 177282089X

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The concept of taphonomy has been borrowed from paleontology and applied to the analysis of vertebrate fossils from the Old Crow region of the northern Yukon Territory. By means of this approach, archaeologically significant specimens have been isolated from the larger suite of materials which can be explained entirely in terms of natural processes. The analysis indicates that human occupation began in eastern Beringia more than 50,000 years ago and probably was continuous from that time onward, but primary archaeological deposits will be needed to clarify the historical and paleo-environmental significance of these finds.


Migod

Migod

Author: Bryan H. C. Gordon

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1976-01-01

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 1772820539

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The discrete band/discrete herd association is used to explore 8,000 years of barrenland prehistory at the Migod site, west-central Keewatin District, Northwest Territories The association appears applicable in the four traditions represented ─ Agate Basin, Shield Archaic, Pre-Dorset and Taltheilei.


Examination of Prehistoric Copper Technology and Copper Sources in Western Arctic and Subarctic North America

Examination of Prehistoric Copper Technology and Copper Sources in Western Arctic and Subarctic North America

Author: U. M. Franklin

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1981-01-01

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 1772820954

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The results of investigations of copper technology and sources of copper of the prehistoric inhabitants of the North American Arctic and Subarctic are described. A total of 342 artifacts were examined from Arctic Small Tool tradition, Thule, Historic Eskimo, Chipewyan, Kutchin, and Ahtna contexts. Part 1 contains an analysis of copper composition, primarily by the neutron activation method, and a description of prehistoric manufacturing techniques. Part II is an annotated bibliography of metal occurrences in the north.


Drum Songs

Drum Songs

Author: Kerry Abel

Publisher: McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP

Published: 1993-09-27

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 077356389X

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Abel stresses the adaptability of the Dene and their ability to make rational and satisfying choices when faced with a variety of external pressures. By reconstructing important moments in Dene history, she demonstrates how they have been able to maintain a sense of cultural distinctiveness in the face of overwhelming economic, political, and cultural pressures from European newcomers. Her interpretation questions the standard perception that aboriginal peoples in Canada have been passive victims in the colonization process.


Culture History of Kirkland Lake District, Northeastern Ontario

Culture History of Kirkland Lake District, Northeastern Ontario

Author: John William Pollock

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1976-01-01

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 1772820512

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This thesis attempts to delineate a cultural-chronological sequence from northwestern Ontario extending from the historic period to approximately 5000 B.C. Four phases representing three cultural traditions are defined.