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Aegean Cultures

By K. Kris Hirst, About.com

Definition: The term Aegean Cultures refers to the Bronze Age civilizations (ca 3100-1100 BC) which were located on the islands in the arm of the Mediterranean called the Aegean Sea and on the adjacent Greek mainland (and sometimes western Turkey). More specifically, Aegean refers to the precursors to the Classical Greek civilization.

This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
Examples: Minoan, Mycenaean cultures

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