Early Villages Form in Oaxaca
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: The Ancient World, Prehistory-476
- Categories: Government and Politics, Agriculture, Civilizations, Cultures
- Subcategories: Native Americans, American Indians, Farms, Farming, Rural Life
- Curriculum: Latin American History, American Indian History, American Pre-Colonial History (to 1606), Ancient History
- Geographical Location: Mexico
- Date: c. 1900-c. 1400
Article abstract: The establishment of villages in the Valley of Oaxaca led to the development of agriculture and early political organization.
Summary of Event
Settlement of the Valley of Oaxaca began as early as 8900 b.c.e. and continued until about 2000 b.c.e. During that time, limited development took place, including the domestication of some plants. Agriculture, which came later, provided the basis for establishing permanent villages and led to advances that resulted in highly developed civilizations and the creation of states that dominated the...
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