Marija Gimbutas

Archeologist with Kurgan Hypothesis

Marija Gimbutas - Archeologist with Kurgan Hypothesis
Born

1921
104 years ago

Died

February 2nd, 1994
31 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Lithuanian-American archeologist specialized in European prehistory, focusing on the role of women and matriarchal societies. Gimbutas formulated the Kurgan Hypothesis, which proposed that the Kurgan culture spread Indo-European languages from the steppes into Europe. She conducted extensive excavations and published influential works, including 'The Goddesses and Gods of Old Europe' and 'The Civilization of the Goddess'. Her theories sparked significant discussions in archaeology and anthropology regarding gender roles and the interpretation of ancient societies.

Formulated the Kurgan Hypothesis

Published 'The Goddesses and Gods of Old Europe'

Published 'The Civilization of the Goddess'

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