Anthropology, Department of
First Advisor
William R. Belcher
Date of this Version
5-2024
Citation
A thesis presented to the faculty of the Graduate College at the University of Nebraska in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree of Master of Arts
Major: Anthropology
Under the supervision of William R. Belcher
Lincoln, Nebraska, May 2024
Abstract
As archaeology and its applications into forensic contexts develop into the growing discipline of forensic archaeology, an increasing amount of literature has resulted stemming from research on the integration of common archaeological methods. However, much of this literature is intended for professional archaeologists or forensic anthropologists who are well experienced in their respective disciplines. Emerging literature generally does not consider those who leads efforts at forensic scenes in the outdoors such as law enforcement officers who often lack a background in archaeology or forensic anthropology. This thesis seeks to resolve this dilemma by creating a new and accessible manual. The goal is to synthesize years of archaeological and forensic literature into one concise manual in a way that can make an impact among professionals outside of archaeology and forensic anthropology. The manual will present a recommended outline of planning leading up to a search, recommended considerations, description of archaeological methods, and a reflection on a search the author assisted in rural Nebraska.
Advisor: William R. Belcher
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Comments
Copyright 2024, Jonathan Robert Garcia. Used by permission