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Is there something you’ve always wanted to know about archaeology? Ask our special guest archaeologist now!

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Hello, my name is Odile Rouard. I've always been interested in archaeology and the understanding of ancient cultures, since I started reading Greek mythology as a child.

I have been working as a professional archaeologist for many years and am looking forward to answering any questions you have about archaeology.

I graduated from York University and have worked on excavations in France, in Ireland and in England of course; I even helped train students in field archaeology on a Silk Road citadel in Kazakhstan!

I'll hear from you soon.

Odile

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C is for Conservation

Conservation of archaeological finds basically means looking after them!

Conservation aims to make sure that objects do not decay after they have been excavated. Conservation includes the study, preservation and restoration of finds. Different objects need to be conserved differently. For example, wooden objects need to be cared for very differently to metal objects.

Conservation of a Roman child’s leather sandal © Wessex Archaeology

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