Folsom hafting technology: An experimental archaeological investigation into the design, effectiveness, efficiency and interpretation of prehistoric weaponry [electronic resource]

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Main Author: Hunzicker, David A.
Other Authors: Dixon, E. James (advisor.)
Format: Thesis Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: 2005.
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520 3 |a This study utilizes experimental archaeology to explore aspects of Folsom weaponry and subsistence strategies that are not visible in the archaeological record. Darts tipped with 25 replicated Folsom points hafted in five different foreshaft designs were propelled into bovine rib cages to simulate a prehistoric bison hunt. Damage resulting from rib impact was compared with broken points from archaeological sites in an attempt to identify probable Folsom hafting techniques. Replicated Folsom weaponry was very effective, achieving deep penetration on nearly 3 out of 4 shots. Experimental projectile points are also very efficient, surviving nearly 5 shots per point due largely to the frequent restriction of damage to projectile tips. Projectile point fragments produced during this research can be used as a standard to which archaeological assemblages can be compared. Experimental data were used to construct a rejuvenation index useful for evaluating a Folsom group's depletion of lithic resources. 
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