What is Dendrochronology?

Dendrochronology is the scientific dating technique which examines growth rings in trees to date events in the past. Follow the links below to learn how tree ring dating is done, what scientists were involved in the research, and some of the surprising applications of the dating methods.

Definitions

Dendrochronolology

Scientists and Leaders

Andrew Ellicott Douglass
Emil Haury

Tree Ring Dating in Action

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Dendrochronology Articles and Resources
Other Dating Techniques