Sir Arthur Evans

Sir Arthur Evans

archaeologist United Kingdom

Sir Arthur Evans was a British archaeologist best known for his work on the Minoan civilization and the excavation of the Palace of Knossos on Crete. Born in 1851, Evans made significant contributions to the understanding of ancient Aegean cultures, particularly through his pioneering use of the term 'Minoan' to describe the civilization that flourished on Crete from approximately 2000 to 1450 BC. His extensive restorations of Knossos, while controversial, brought the site to life for modern audiences and sparked interest in Aegean archaeology. Evans's work laid the foundation for future archaeological studies in the region and remains a pivotal part of the historical narrative surrounding ancient Greece.

Born on Jul 08, 1851 (174 years old)

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Persistence
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Reach
3,551
Power
155$
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New Zealand 1 8.00 0.07% +0% 4,822,233 3,551 $210,000 155$
Totals 1 4,822,233 3,551 $210,000 155$
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