Beer of Kings
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Fragments of hundreds of oversized, decorated pots that were found in the pits of Conchopata, Peru during construction works are discussed. The different qualities and sizes of pottery fragments create a challenge for those engaged in reconstructing the vessels.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 2004
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Research notes: from bare bones to mummified
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Excavations in the schoolyard of Tupac Amaru uncovered many mummy bundles buried inside. Archaeologists discovered weaving baskets, dyeing materials and other artifacts associated with the production of textiles near and inside the mummy bundles.
Publication Name: Expedition
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0014-4738
Year: 2003
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Battles of Cerro Sechin
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The images at Cerro Sechin, reflect a great victory in warfare. Archaeologists are puzzled, because there are no battlefields, or mass graves in Peru, that can be directly associated with the conflict represented at Cerro Sechin.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 2004
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