School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Danger! Weapons Testing! Experimental trials in archaeology - FULLY BOOKED

Ever wonder how effective early weapons actually were? Join us for a lecture on prehistoric violence and a demonstration of replica weapon testing!

Skeletal trauma and prehistoric violence are popular research fields in archaeology. This session aims to show UG and PG students how scientific methods assist archaeological interpretation, and the importance of experimental testing.

Please be aware part of this event will take place outside.

Date & time: 16th of Feb, 2-5
Audience: Students and staff
Cost: Free
Booking information: Sorry, this event is fully booked.
Additional information: Please be aware part of this event will take place outside. Please dress warmly and wear sensible shoes. Please take extra care during the weapons demonstration and follow guidance supplied by the event organisers during the session.
Accessibility: Some advanced notification of a wheelchair user would be required.
Location: Room 00M.05 (Osteo Archaeology Lab), William Robertson Wing and courtyard outside building

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