In this episode we look at the Mound Builder Myth in some detail. We discuss the history of the myth, the alternative explanations for the mounds, how Cyrus Thomas proved the mounds were built by Native Americans, and why the idea that the mounds were built by Europeans still persists today. Also, we highly encourage you to take your local mounds to lunch, and, go visit them today!
Things we discussed in Episode 4:Cyrus Thomas with the SmithsonianNewark Holy Stonesand hereand hereBat Creek StoneLos Lunas Decalogue Stoneand hereEzra Stiles from Yale UniversityOther Peoples Garbage - Odyssey Series DocumentaryPrince MadocRelated Episode 3 where we discuss the "Lost Civilizations North America" film.Places to Go See!Serpent Mound in OhioHopewell Culture Sites in OhioCahokia Mounds in IllinoisAngel Mounds in IndianaPoverty Point Mounds in LouisianaKen's Awesome Books on these topicsEncyclopedia of Dubious ArchaeologyFrauds, Myths, and MysteriesContactEmail us at ArchyFantasties@gmail.com
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