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An Overview of Southern Veracruz Archaeology

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  10 October 2008

Philip J. Arnold III
Philip J. Arnold III
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Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Loyola University Chicago, 6525 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60626, USA
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Abstract

Despite an ancient history as rich as any in Mesoamerica, the archaeology of southern Veracruz, Mexico, remains underrepresented in both Spanish and English publications. This paper provides background information on southern Veracruz archaeology. Topical coverage includes the region's natural environment, its pre-Hispanic cultural traditions, and an overview of previous research in the area. In addition, this paper introduces and summarizes the four contributions to this special section. This collection of papers affirms that southern Veracruz archaeology is poised to make a significant contribution to our knowledge of ancient Mesoamerica.

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Special Section: Southern Veracruz Archaeology
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Ancient Mesoamerica , Volume 5 , Issue 2 , Fall 1994 , pp. 215 - 221
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1994

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