essay

A settlement-subsistence model of the Terminal Late Archaic adaptation in the American Bottom, Illinois

archaic hunters and gatherers in the american midwestNew York • Published In 1983 • Pages: 219-242

By: Emerson, Thomas E., 1945, McElrath, Dale L., 1949.

Abstract
Emerson and McElrath examine the characteristics of the Terminal Archaic Prairie Lake phase in the American Bottom in Illinois with a discussion of the large-scale excavations at two sites: Dryoff-Levin (11-S-462/463) and Missouri Pacific #2 (11-S-46). The excavations were part of the FAI-270 investigations. They discuss the paleo-ecology of the area and their findings. Many multipurpose pit features were found; including feature clusters that are associated with specific family groups. Hafted bifaces or diagnostic points are covered. Also discussed are settlement patterns, the settlement system, and the subsistence system.
Subjects
Identification
Theoretical orientation in research and its results
Organization and analysis of results of research
Land use
Settlement patterns
Lithic industries
Weapons
tradition
Eastern Late Archaic
HRAF PubDate
2000
Region
North America
Sub Region
Eastern Woodlands
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry ; 2004
Field Date
no date given
Coverage Date
3450 BP -2450 BP
Coverage Place
Dryoff-Levin and Missouri Pacific #2 sites, Illinois, United States
Notes
Thomas E. Emerson and Dale L. McElrath
Includes bibliographical references (p. 239-242)
LCCN
82024459
LCSH
Indians of North America--Antiquities