Historical Archaeology
Historical Archaeology is important for any prospective field worker. The course offers information on site types, a time framework for sites, and stresses the importance of research. Details on historical artifacts and materials are provided. This course is necessary in studying the complete cultural history of a region.
Class Outline
- Introduction, philosophy & methods
- Classification of historical sites; examples
- Survey of Colorado history, 1540-1940, & its relationship to historical archaeology
- Historical American Indian groups
- Spanish & American exploration
- Traders & trappers
- U.S. military in Colorado
- Early civilian settlements
- Mining
- Roads & railroads
- Ranching & farming
- Logging
- Water development
- Miscellaneous industries
- Research orientation and sources
- Information on historical artifacts & structures
- Trade items & miscellaneous artifacts
- Construction tools
- Building materials
- Glass artifacts
- Metal artifacts
- Leather artifacts
- Ceramic artifacts
- Structures and buildings