Definition: The Slavic culture is the collective name given to several nomadic tribes of Poland, Ukraine and Moldavia between the 6th and 11th centuries AD. The Slavs had a distinctive cultural identity, expressed as a suite of artifact types and styles, which make them of great interest to archaeologists. The earliest expression of what archaeologists firmly recognize as Slavic to date are the Korchak and Pen'kovka cultures of the 6th century AD.
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.
Also Known As: Slavs
Examples:
Przeworsk, Zarubitnsy, and Chernyakhov cultures
