Anthropology 2231F/G Lecture : Archaeology of North America - Late Woodland
15 Feb 2012
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Inherited power? y y one person has power for the greater good (everyone benefits, some more than others) y all gone by 4-500 ad. Late woodland in the southern areas y characterize based on a number of changes (500-800 ad) maize has become more of a major staple by 8-900 ad: population increases. sites become more common: technological innovations. ceramics y stoppered/hooded vessels y y shell and limestone temper (calcium carbonate); mix this with fine clay, Longer and stronger storage vessels produces lighter clay that makes lighter, stronger vessels: size of sites. 500 ad y < 1ha y 4 houses y < 50 people. 900 ad y some small villages continue y 10+ ha y 30-40 houses y 500+ people. as sites get bigger, you need more planning. not much pattern to layout in early settlements. central, communal structure (used to have meetings?) y central post (ceremonial?)
