Archaeo-Tech: The Atlatl
An atlatl is the name used primarily by American scholars for a spear thrower, a hunting tool that was invented at least as long ago as the Upper Paleolithic period in Europe. Four thousand years ago this ancient device propelled spears with great accuracy and speed. Part of the "Archaeo-Tech" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 4 minutes 16 seconds
- Topic: History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Ancient History, Archaeology, Native Americans, U.S. History (General)
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2021
- Producer/Distributor: Koelker & Associates
- Series: Archaeo-Tech
- Voicer: Kelly Brennan
- Writer: Jessica Korn
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