Life and Death at a Port in Roman Greece: The Kenchreai Cemetery Project, 2002?2006 (original) (raw)
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The Kenchreai Cemetery Project (KCP) explores burial practices in Roman Greece, focusing on the Kenchreai port's cemeteries. This research employs interdisciplinary techniques to analyze various types of graves and tombs, assessing the relationship between funerary rituals, social structures, and identity in ancient settlement contexts. Findings reveal the complexity of burial practices and their significance in reflecting societal dynamics, ultimately contributing to a deeper understanding of Corinthian social and cultural history during the early Roman Empire.
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