Honduras - Vestiges d’une civilisation oubliée | ARTE
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An international team of archaeologists led by Marc and Mike Lons is uncovering the mysteries of a long-lost culture in Honduras using advanced techniques, discovering artifacts indicating a sophisticated society with extensive trade relations. Despite facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the team remains optimistic about the future, constructing a museum to showcase the rich history of the region while collaborating with locals to restore and preserve the pre-Hispanic universe.
Insights
- Advanced archaeological techniques in the Caribbean have unveiled a sophisticated society with extensive trade relations, as evidenced by significant artifacts like ceramic debris, ocarinas, rolling stamps, and jade beads, providing insights into the region's forgotten history and economic organization.
- The excavation efforts led by Marc and Mike Lons in the Caribbean, despite facing challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, are not only revealing a dense pre-Columbian population with over 50 new excavation sites but also emphasizing the importance of collaboration with locals to restore the region's history and showcase the broader impact of archaeology beyond mere excavation.
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Recent questions
What is the focus of the archaeological expedition in the Caribbean?
Uncovering mysteries of a long-lost culture.
What challenges has the team faced during the excavation in the Caribbean?
Disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What significant artifacts were discovered in Guadaloupe during the excavation?
Ceramic debris, ocarinas, rolling stamps, and jade beads.
What is the significance of the museum construction in Guadaloupe?
Preserving and showcasing the rich history of the region.
How did the team utilize technology during the excavation in the Caribbean?
Using 3D scanning technology and photogrammetry for documentation.
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