Conference Presentations by roger cain
Southeastern Indians have a long history of using river cane to produce material culture. However... more Southeastern Indians have a long history of using river cane to produce material culture. However, perishable industries in the Southeast receive minimal archaeological attention except for in instances of extraordinary preservation. The goal of this study is to explore the use of flake tools in the production of split-cane technology and document use-related wear patterns. Central to the project is a collaborative experimental ethnoarchaeological program with traditional basket weavers and craft specialists in the Cherokee Nation. The methods utilized may allow archaeologists to extract information about perishable material culture and the extent to which plant-based technologies were once integrated into prehistoric societies.
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Conference Presentations by roger cain