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Trial Trench
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A small regular hole that is usually square or rectangular in shape. Archaeologists dig trial trenches to discover if there are any archaeological remains at a particular location. See also excavation.
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Modern
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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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DRAIN *
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An artificial channel for draining water or carrying it off.
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GULLY *
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A deep gutter, drain or sink.
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TRENCH *
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An excavation used as a means of concealment, protection or both.
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