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Megalithic engineering techniques: experiments using axe-based technology

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2015

Clifford J. Osenton
Clifford J. Osenton*
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14 Lower Close, Bodicote, Banbury OX15 4DZ, England.
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Extract

The author reports on experiments in megalithic construction using axe-based technology and proposes methods whereby relatively small groups of skilled workers could effectively transport and erect standing stones and dolmens.

Keywords

dolmenexperimental archaeologystanding stones

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News & Notes
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Antiquity , Volume 75 , Issue 288 , June 2001 , pp. 293 - 298
Copyright
Copyright © Antiquity Publications Ltd. 2001

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