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IMAGE: Drought is often blamed for the periodic disruptions of ancient Pueblo societies of the U.S. Southwest, but in a study with potential implications for the modern world, archaeologists found evidence. view more
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PULLMAN, Wash. - Climate problems alone were not enough to end periods of ancient Pueblo development in the southwestern United States.
Drought is often blamed for the periodic disruptions of these Pueblo societies, but in a study with potential implications for the modern world, archaeologists have found evidence that slowly accumulating social tension likely played a substantial role in three dramatic upheavals in Pueblo development.
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Social tensions preceded disruptions in ancient Pueblo societies
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Benjamin Bellorado: Bears Ears murals, rock art, textiles deserve protection
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For decades, the iconic archaeological sites of the stunning canyon country of Bears Ears in southeastern Utah have captivated the imaginations of visitors from around the world.
While hiking in the area, people experience the thrill of discovery when they reach a cliff dwelling, a rock art panel or scatters of artifacts. While these landscapes are beautiful and deeply intriguing, the Bears Ears region is fragile, threatened and still vitally important to the Native Americans who are connected to them.