Anthropology [237] - The Archaeological Record of Guns, Germs and Steel

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Hamilton College

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The distinction between "us and them" in terms of indigenous societies and the western world has deep evolutionary roots. In Jared Diamond's book "Guns, Germs and Steel" he proposes several factors as to why people in the developed societies generally have more "cargo" than those in indigenous societies. Examines Diamond's hypotheses within the backdrop of the archaeological record to evaluate his assertions. Prerequisite, 106 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 24.

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3.00

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www.hamilton.edu

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(315) 859-4011

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Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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