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The Modern Period, about 1915 AD to the present (the 20th and 21st centuries AD)
In recent years archaeologists have realised the importance of recording modern sites. They do this so that in the future people will be able to look at the remains to help them understand the events to which they are related. more ->
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modern
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About 1915 AD to the present (the 20th and 21st centuries AD)
In recent years archaeologists have realised the importance of recording modern sites. They do this so that in the future people will be able to look at the remains to help them understand the events to which they are related. more ->
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SITE *
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Unclassifiable site with minimal information. Specify site type wherever possible.
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NON ANTIQUITY *
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Use to identify a feature, previously thought to be a monument but now disproved, or to avoid erroneous identification as a monument in future. Where a feature is regarded as an antiquity, but is unclassified, use SITE.
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ROAD *
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A way between different places, used by horses, travellers on foot and vehicles.
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MEMORIAL HALL *
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A hall built as a memorial to a particular person or event.
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WELL *
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A shaft or pit dug in the ground over a supply of spring-water.
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CAR PARK *
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A place where cars and other road vehicles may be parked and left.
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TRENCH *
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An excavation used as a means of concealment, protection or both.
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SIGN *
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A board, wall painting or other structure displaying advice, giving information or directions
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FARM *
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A tract of land, often including a farmhouse and ancillary buildings, used for the purpose of cultivation and the rearing of livestock, etc. Use more specific type where known.
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WALL *
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An enclosing structure composed of bricks, stones or similar materials, laid in courses. Use specific type where known.
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