Definition: Belgian engineer Louis Siret first identified and excavated the Chalcolithic site of Los Millares, Spain, during the late 19th century. Originally hired to work at a silver mine, Siret used his own personal assets (and those of his brother Henri) to excavate at Los Millares and in Fuente Álamo in the Cuevas de Almanzora region of Almería.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
