Riddle of the emperor's cloak
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The designs found on the robes of Aztec emperors reveal information about Central America's past. 'Codex Mendoza,' a sixteenth century document, has numerous pictures of Aztec emperors adorned in a variety of robes. An analysis of the designs found on these robes reveals their place of origin and their significance to the Aztecs.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 1993
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Curse of the stolen cloak
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The discovery of a tablet by the University of Leicester Archaeological Services while excavating a Roman townhouse in Leicester is discussed. The tablet had a verse engraved on it which was a curse for the person who would attempt to steal it.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 2007
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Cloak and trowel
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Relationships between archaeologists and intelligence agencies are described. Also the role played by archaeologists in the world-war-one, world-war-two and cold war as spies is illustrated.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 2003
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