Date of Award
8-1982
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Anthropology
First Advisor
Dr. Elizabeth B. Garland
Second Advisor
Dr. William Cremin
Third Advisor
Dr. Nedenia Kennedy
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
Known and potential prehistoric archeological sites in Thunder Basin National Grassland in Wyoming are examined and problems involved in significance evaluation are discussed. Emphasis is placed upon the need to develop research strategies to contend with two frequently encountered site types -- lithic scatters and stone circles. Some archeologists (Frison 1978; Tibesar et al. 1987) have suggested that further research on these site types would contribute substantially to an understanding to an understanding of High Plains prehistory. In conclusion, a recent attempt to develop a conceptual basis for prehistoric study in Thunder Basin National Grassland is discussed, and some regional research orientations and questions are suggested.
Recommended Citation
Cojeen, Christopher A., "Significance Evaluation and Research Potential of Prehistoric Sites in Thunder Basin National Grassland, Wyoming" (1982). Masters Theses. 1704.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/1704