people always have a tendency to think this was all "simple" like no this was cutting edge tech (literally) and way more complex then we want to think. its so cool to see our developing understanding of how we started our ubiquitous tool use
Few things are as spellbinding as walking down a trail and literally stumbling across a couple of perfect points revealed by a recent rain..... This is especially true in areas where prehistoric occupations were periodic and sparse, such as the desert Southwest.
Hello Dr Nathan, What a pleasure is it was to come across your channel! I’m excited to watch more of your videos, in order to learn so much more about archeology & archeologists! Thank you for taking the time to plan, coordinate, edit, & upload your very informative video!! You have such a fascinating career!! Well done👍🤗👏!! I would really enjoy learning about how you decided to pursue this path & how do you know how to plan out your university course work first this Major? Thanks!!
Hi @soniatriana9091 :) Thanks for your kind note. Here are two resources that might be helpful: - Video on studying archaeology at US universities: th-cam.com/video/Sax6sTUfbio/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cu2e96zyV0yxiDdA - Blog post on tips for undergraduates interested in archaeology: habitsofatravellingarchaeologist.com/tips-for-undergraduates-interested-in-archaeology/
Anyone calling these people "simple" should try and make one of those stone tools. From choosing the right stones to the manufacturing process to taking care of the tools, that must have been anything but simple.
Intentional burial of tools is so interesting-- I get the funerary and symbolic context, but I wonder about the more "functional" uses. Was theft a big concern? Great, informative video!
When it comes to theft, I think that would depend on being able to identify the buried cache spot. Buried caches honestly raise more questions than provides answers ;)
@@smitinathan - Perhaps it was easier to cache the tools than to tote them a long distance. Circumstances prevented the Hominid from returning for them.
Very very nice production quality on your video. Much more in line with TH-camrs who have more subscribers and experience. perhaps you've done this before or you have another channel?🤔 Thanks!
Hi there! This is my first channel, thought I started a second dedicated booktube channel just a few months ago. Prior to February 2023, I have no video making experience so I signed up for a course that helped me learn the basics, especially when it comes to creating systems and a team. While I edited my first handful of videos myself (and I still edit some on my booktube channel), the vast majority are edited by my video editor who is a way better video editor than me (see video description). My co-producer and I spend most of our time researching, writing, and compiling the necessary media for videos. In terms of gear for production, it all can be found here: habitsofatravellingarchaeologist.com/youtube-gear-list/ We're a small and scrappy team :)
Lithics of tools are a brilliant way to Date & Catoragise points into Culture advancment. That being said; flint Clovis, Sulutrean etc, are a 5 scale MOH, whereas Quartzatite a 100,000 year old plus tool is a 9 (MOH), & is totally unknappable. Chalcedony is harder also.
From my recollection (and double-checking on Google), I believe the oldest known evidence comes from Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania (2.6 million years ago). However, we're always finding new things that change our interpretations and understanding of the past :)
There were some really ancient wooden artifacts found in the past few years, possibly a walk-way, or jetty, and it has made me realise just how limited, stone tool use may have been, in the context of possibly a much greater wood based technology. I demand to know more. Come on archaeologists, get the finger out!
people always have a tendency to think this was all "simple" like no this was cutting edge tech (literally) and way more complex then we want to think. its so cool to see our developing understanding of how we started our ubiquitous tool use
I hear you! It's pretty amazing what we're learning about the past through stone tools.
This video brings back good memories from archaeometry classes at uni^^
So happy to hear :)
Few things are as spellbinding as walking down a trail and literally stumbling across a couple of perfect points revealed by a recent rain..... This is especially true in areas where prehistoric occupations were periodic and sparse, such as the desert Southwest.
You have such a great channel. Keep up the amazing work!
Thanks so much for your kind note! I appreciate it.
Hello Dr Nathan,
What a pleasure is it was to come across your channel! I’m excited to watch more of your videos, in order to learn so much more about archeology & archeologists!
Thank you for taking the time to plan, coordinate, edit, & upload your very informative video!!
You have such a fascinating career!! Well done👍🤗👏!!
I would really enjoy learning about how you decided to pursue this path & how do you know how to plan out your university course work first this Major?
Thanks!!
Hi @soniatriana9091 :) Thanks for your kind note. Here are two resources that might be helpful:
- Video on studying archaeology at US universities: th-cam.com/video/Sax6sTUfbio/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cu2e96zyV0yxiDdA
- Blog post on tips for undergraduates interested in archaeology: habitsofatravellingarchaeologist.com/tips-for-undergraduates-interested-in-archaeology/
Stone tools are in the top 5 most archaeological artifacts. They tell us so much!
They are super fascinating!
Anyone calling these people "simple" should try and make one of those stone tools. From choosing the right stones to the manufacturing process to taking care of the tools, that must have been anything but simple.
Right they should also try hunting with said sharp rock 😂 they were far from stupid.
I am blown away by the numerous advanced machines for stone 😮
The scientific techniques we have to analyze lithics these days is pretty mind-blowing!
Intentional burial of tools is so interesting-- I get the funerary and symbolic context, but I wonder about the more "functional" uses. Was theft a big concern? Great, informative video!
When it comes to theft, I think that would depend on being able to identify the buried cache spot. Buried caches honestly raise more questions than provides answers ;)
@@smitinathan - Perhaps it was easier to cache the tools than to tote them a long distance. Circumstances prevented the Hominid from returning for them.
That's certainly a possibility!
My mom found a knife or spear tip made from flint on my grandmas farm, wonder how rare that is
I have no idea, but it certainly sounds memorable.
@tosehoed123 - Perhaps your first stop should be to the local historical society or archeology club.
me: never leaves house
also me: if I ever get stranded on an island and hunt an animal (but how?? i'm so useless LOL) I will need a scraper
Fair! Personally, I would start with foraging and then fishing ☺️
Very very nice production quality on your video. Much more in line with TH-camrs who have more subscribers and experience. perhaps you've done this before or you have another channel?🤔
Thanks!
Hi there! This is my first channel, thought I started a second dedicated booktube channel just a few months ago. Prior to February 2023, I have no video making experience so I signed up for a course that helped me learn the basics, especially when it comes to creating systems and a team. While I edited my first handful of videos myself (and I still edit some on my booktube channel), the vast majority are edited by my video editor who is a way better video editor than me (see video description). My co-producer and I spend most of our time researching, writing, and compiling the necessary media for videos. In terms of gear for production, it all can be found here: habitsofatravellingarchaeologist.com/youtube-gear-list/
We're a small and scrappy team :)
Lithics of tools are a brilliant way to Date & Catoragise points into Culture advancment. That being said; flint Clovis, Sulutrean etc, are a 5 scale MOH, whereas Quartzatite a 100,000 year old plus tool is a 9 (MOH), & is totally unknappable. Chalcedony is harder also.
I wonder where the art of flint knapping originated ?
From my recollection (and double-checking on Google), I believe the oldest known evidence comes from Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania (2.6 million years ago). However, we're always finding new things that change our interpretations and understanding of the past :)
There were some really ancient wooden artifacts found in the past few years, possibly a walk-way, or jetty, and it has made me realise just how limited, stone tool use may have been, in the context of possibly a much greater wood based technology. I demand to know more. Come on archaeologists, get the finger out!
Lose the vocal fry
Lose the pathologically critical attitude.
@@cattymajiv 🤣🤣🤣 catty indeed!
Doesn't bother me.