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Faunal Remains from Point San Jose: Analysis of Butchery Patterns and Implications for Site Context (2018)
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The analysis of butchered archaeofaunal specimens from historic sites can lend important insight into diet, food preparation, discard practices, and socioeconomic status. In this study, we examine faunal specimens found commingled with human remains from a pit associated with a 19th century historic army hospital located in Point San Jose, California. The specific aim of this study is to relate observed butchery patterns on the faunal remains to diet and socioeconomic status at the site....