A team of researchers in New Mexico has recently unearthed evidence of ancient “transport technology” that dates back thousands of years. The discovery, detailed in a recent study published in the journal, “Scientific Reports,” sheds light on how early Native American communities in the region may have used innovative techniques to transport large stone blocks for construction purposes.
The findings were made at the site of the ancient village of Carnuel, located near present-day Albuquerque, where researchers found evidence of a complex system of ramps and platforms that were likely used to move heavy stone blocks. These blocks, some of which weighed up to 850 pounds, were likely used in the construction of structures such as walls and buildings.
The researchers believe that the use of this transport technology may have allowed ancient Native American communities to move large stone blocks over long distances with relative ease. This suggests a high level of craftsmanship and engineering skill among these early communities, challenging previous misconceptions about their technological capabilities.
Lead researcher Dr. Anna Cohen stated, “This discovery provides valuable insight into the advanced knowledge and skills of ancient Native American civilizations in the region. It suggests that these communities were utilizing sophisticated techniques to move heavy materials, long before the arrival of European settlers.”
The discovery adds to the growing body of evidence that challenges traditional views of Native American societies as primitive or technologically inferior. The researchers hope that further study of the site at Carnuel will provide additional insights into the innovative techniques used by these early communities, shedding new light on their ingenuity and resourcefulness.
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