“Archaeology holds all the keys to understanding who we are and where we come from.”
– Sarah Parcak
Each week on To the Point we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields).
Chan Chan: Mass Grave Found in Ancient Peruvian City
bbc.com | November 11, 2021
The remains of 25 people have been uncovered in a mass grave in the ancient city of Chan Chan in Peru. While the remains haven’t been dated yet, it seems most of the bodies belong to young women under 30 years old.
Culinary Detectives Try to Recover the Formula for a Deliciously Fishy Roman Condiment
smithsonianmag.com | November 2021
Have you ever wanted to try an ancient Roman delicacy? Lucky for you, researchers are working to recreate garum, a sauce made from decaying fish that was extremely popular over 2,000 years ago.
theguardian.com | November 16, 2021
With temperatures rising due to climate change, extreme weather events will be occurring more often. With a range of environmental and human factors in play, the extreme weather will begin speeding up the degradation of rock art.
