In this session we have explored the three epochs of Cretan chronology, and seen briefly their importance to Cretan history as a whole. We have also seen how important these epochs are from an archaeological viewpoint. Through the brief overviews and the suggested further reading, you should now have a confident overview of the history of the three periods.
We will consider the different types of archaeological evidence available in the next session.
It is common to think that archaeology stops being useful at some point, and history takes over. Some people put that break at the end of the Prehistoric period, others at the end of the Graeco-Roman period. This course will try to show how archaeology is important in all three epochs.
In other periods or places with which you are familiar, how does the relationship between archaeology and history arise? When or how would you put the break?
Consider your answer carefully, and then copy it to the Discussion Forum. Then you’ll be able to see how it compares with others in your group. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question!
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