Evans, Arthur

Arthur Evans was a British archaeologist known for his significant discoveries related to the ancient Minoan civilization on the island of Crete. In the early 1900s, he unearthed the Palace of Knossos, a massive and sophisticated structure that showcased advanced architecture and complex society. Evans introduced the term "Minoan" to describe this culture, named after the legendary King Minos. His work provided key insights into ancient European societies and influenced the study of archaeology, particularly in understanding prehistoric cultures and their development. His reconstructions of sites, though sometimes controversial, sparked interest and debate in archaeology.