Richard MacNeish

Richard MacNeish was an archaeologist renowned for his work in uncovering early human societies in North and Central America. He played a key role in discovering some of the oldest known human settlements, helping to understand ancient cultures’ origins and ways of life. MacNeish’s excavations and research provided important insights into prehistoric times, especially in Mexico and Central America. His work contributed significantly to the study of early agriculture and the development of complex societies in the Americas, shaping the way archaeologists interpret human history in these regions.