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To listers and lurkers alike,
Here are a few thoughts.
First and most importantly, Yes Anita, PLEASE keep this list going.
Secondly, I have no problem with trying to keep the list discussions focused on a limited time period. I find it more useful to participate in a focused list than to fill my inbox with emails about subjects that I may find interesting, but have little time to read.
Thirdly, there are clearly many definitions of historical archaeology. While that title might be applied to the archaeology of any culture that had documents, it can also be applied more narrowly. I don't think it is inappropriate to call this a historical archaeology list, even tho it does not cover all of historical archaeology.
Fourth and final point for now. Anita is NOT a heavy handed censor of this list. She allowed the original question about Marco Polo to be posted to the group, and then posted a resonse in which she directed the questioner to a list that might better serve her needs. I thought her response appropriate and don't see why it stirred up such a tempest. I also thought it was fair of her to post her response on the list, rather than just responding directly, thus serving to remind the rest of us that this list does have a narrower focus.
Meli Diamanti
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