Historic Aerial Photographs for Archaeology and Heritage

What is it about?

This article reviews the potential of archives of historic aerial photographs for European archaeology. Their roles in primary site discovery, in monitoring condition and material change, and in understanding landscape development with particular reference to the implementation of the European Landscape Convention are discussed. The major sources are briefly described and their characteristics outlined. The impacts that differing national and regional research traditions and heritage policy have

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Why is it important?

Historic aerial photographs are often invaluable and unique sources for archaeology and heritage management. This paper outlines the range of sources and their potential across a range of applications.