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Both Alasdair Brooks and Paul Belford are right. Historical Archaeology
(indeed all archaeology) is a cultural and political entity. However
discussion of this fact on HISTARCH should be on the point and quite
grounded in the purpose of the list - not general discussions on interesting
but too general issues.
Also we all need to be a bit more sensitive about the fact that Historical
Archaeology (the archaeology of the Modern World) is global and many of our
colleagues might find some of our comments and jokes disturbing. We need
to build bridges. [Yes, I am as bad as Alasdair in being a "joker".]
Again, back to the subject. Any sources on the historical archaeology of
Panama (including the Canal Zone) or Puerto Rico.
Finally (hint!!) are there enough colleagues on the island of Puerto Rico
to consider approaching Pat and Barbara Garrow (SHA Conference Coordinators)
about taking SHA to Puerto Rico in the future. Our sequence is: 2000 in
Quebec, 2001 in Long Beach (LA), California [to meet on the Queen Mary],
2002 in Mobile, Alabama [300th year founding by the French] and [not yet
set or confirmed] 2003 to Providence, Rhode Island and 2004 possibily to
Saint Louis. The last two are not yet confirmed but will probably come about.
If SHA does go into New England for 2003 could there be a major attempt to
get our European colleagues over to the venue. Tickets from London to
Boston or Providence (?) should not be too expensive in the off-season.
What about a joint SHA-SPMA in Providence? Of course, it would be up to that
year's organizers if they are interested or not.
HISTARCH is a wonderful reseach and communication tool. Let's keep it open
but somewhat focused on Historical Archaeology.
Bob Schuyler
P.S. Would someone tell that guy on the list that there are "Biblical"
[Syro-Palestinean] lists and related lists on the Near East.
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