The Archaeological Collection Of The United States National Museum In Charge Of The Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C. (1876)

The book titled ""The Archaeological Collection Of The United States National Museum In Charge Of The Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C."" was written by Charles Rau and published in 1876. The book is a comprehensive guide to the archaeological collection of the United States National Museum, which is under the management of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.The book begins with an introduction to the history of the museum and its collections, followed by a detailed description of the various artifacts that are part of the archaeological collection. The artifacts are categorized according to their origin, such as North America, Central America, South America, and the Pacific Islands.Each section of the book includes a brief overview of the history and culture of the region and a detailed description of the artifacts. The descriptions of the artifacts include information about their age, materials, and significance in the context of the culture they belong to.The book also includes illustrations of many of the artifacts, providing readers with a visual representation of the items described in the text. The illustrations include drawings and photographs of the artifacts, as well as maps and diagrams that help to contextualize them.Overall, ""The Archaeological Collection Of The United States National Museum In Charge Of The Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C."" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Americas and the Pacific Islands. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the archaeological collection of one of the most important museums in the United States, making it an important reference for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.