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Aztec Ruin Found

On page 78 of our text book we are introduced to "the cradle of Aztec civilization and the site of Mexico City." Archaeologist from Mexico have recently made a significant find according to: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15131348/
http://www.cnn.com/2006/WORLD/americas/10/04/mexico.aztecs.reut/index.html
A 15th century altar and huge stone slab were unearthed last weekend in a main area used for human sacrifices and worship.
I think it is extremely interesting because archaeologists feel it may be the most important discovery in 28 years. Because Mexico City has such terrible pollution, poor water quality, garbage removal, and is sinking, I'm thinking this may now be a way for environmentalists and archaeologists globally to get involved. Many worldwide wide may be interested in preserving the history of the Aztec empire, which may lead to other solutions for the environmental problems Mexico City faces. What are your thoughts?
I also believe historians from all over will be very interested in this find because it's like another lost puzzle piece found to connect past to present. One member of the archaeological team stated "Really, when we begin to excavate, we realize that we are in three different times, three different cities: You see the current, the colonial city, and the pre-Hispanic city."

posted by Anonymous @ 10/05/2006 09:03:00 PM