Barry Cunliffe
Archaeologist and academic author
Born
December 10th, 1939
85 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An English archaeologist and academic, contributed significantly to the understanding of Iron Age and Roman Britain. Served as a professor at the University of Oxford and authored numerous influential works on archaeology and European prehistory. Conducted extensive fieldwork and research, influencing archaeological methodology and interpretations. Was actively involved in public education regarding archaeology.
Authored 'Europe Between the Oceans'
Contributed to the excavation of key archaeological sites in Britain
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