A Neolithic Structure and Bronze Age Activity at West Flank Road, Drumchapel, Glasgow
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Published:2003-10
Issue:2
Volume:25
Page:103-128
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ISSN:1471-5767
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Container-title:Scottish Archaeological Journal
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language:en
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Short-container-title:Scottish Archaeological J
Author:
Macgregor Gavin1,
Cullen Irene,
Alldritt Diane,
Donnelly Michael,
Miller Jennifer,
Squair Robert
Affiliation:
1. GUARD, Gregory Building, University of Glasgow G12 8QQ
Abstract
Summary A programme of archaeological work was undertaken by Glasgow University Archaeological Research Division (GUARD) at West Flank Road, Drumchapel, in close proximity to the site of the prehistoric cemetery of Knappers. This paper considers the results of excavation of a range of negative features, including earlier Neolithic and Bronze Age pits and postholes. The earlier Neolithic features date to c. 3500–3000 BC and are interpreted as the partial remains of a subrectangular structure. The Bronze Age features may relate to ceremonial activities in the wider area. The significance of these remains is considered in relation to the site of Knappers and wider traditions during the fourth to second millennia BC.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Subject
Archeology,Archeology,Cultural Studies
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