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Archaeology of Atafu, Tokelau: Some initial results from 2008

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Surface survey, shovel testing, and stratigraphic excavations were done on Atafu Atoll in Tokelau during August 2008. Initial results suggest that Fale Islet has the most potential for further archaeological research. Dense cultural deposits on this islet are >1 m (39 in.) deep. Cultural material recovered includes food bone, fire-affected volcanic rock, tool-grade basalt flakes and tool fragme...
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2009
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Tokelau
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Journal article
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Easter Island Foundation
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