ARKEO 2661

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ARKEO 2661
Ancient Ships and Seafaring: Introduction to Nautical Archaeology

Course information provided by the 2018-2019 Catalog.

A survey of the history and development of ships and seafaring as revealed by shipwrecks, boat burials, texts, art, and other evidence. The role of nautical technology and seafaring among the maritime peoples of the ancient Mediterranean world-Canaanites, Minoans, Mycenaeans, Phoenicians, Hebrews, Greeks, and Romans-and the riverine cultures of Mesopotamia and Egypt is addressed. The survey stretches from the earliest evidence for Mediterranean seafaring around 10,000 bce to the first transatlantic voyages in the 15th century, including Arab, Viking, and European explorers, and the birth of modern capitalism in the Italian Maritime Republics. Along the way, economics, war, exploration, cult, life at sea, and colonization are discussed.


Course Attribute (CU-ITL)

Distribution Category (HA-AS)

When Offered Fall.

Breadth Requirement (GHB)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: NES 2661

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 17004 ARKEO 2661   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person