A tribute to Robert Braidwood: Celebrating a pioneer of ancient Near Eastern archaeology.
In short: This audio recording captures a 1982 lecture by T. Cuyler Young, who honors the career and contributions of archaeologist Robert Braidwood. It offers a rare glimpse into the academic recognition of a scholar whose work shaped our understanding of the ancient world.
On November 15, 1982, T. Cuyler Young delivered a lecture at Breasted Hall within the Oriental Institute to present a Festschrift—a collection of writings in honor of a scholar—to Robert Braidwood. The presentation provides a concise summary of Braidwood's professional achievements and legacy in the field of archaeology.
While the recording is audio-only, it serves as a historical document of the intellectual community's appreciation for Braidwood's research. The event highlights the tradition of academic Festschriften as a means of documenting the impact of influential figures in historical and archaeological studies.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: T. Cuyler Young | Braidwood Festschrift Presentation (Audio Only)
- Also: isac.uchicago.edu — The Hilly Flanks and Beyond: Essays on the Prehistory of Southwestern Asia Presented to Robert J. Braidwood, November 15, 1982
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