VAFB-2008-06b: CA-SBA-212: Sea Mammal Hunting and Other Late Holocene Littoral Adaptations, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Santa Barbara County, California, VOLUME II: APPENDICES

Key Points

• The report aims to analyze various archaeological aspects of late Holocene adaptations at Vandenberg Air Force Base.
• Analysis of radiocarbon dating for chronological context.
• Evaluation of fish bones to understand dietary practices.
• Examination of plant remains through archaeobotanical methods.
• Study of obsidian sources for tool production insights.
• Assessment of lithic tools and shell beads with detailed attributes.
• Chronological insights from radiocarbon data highlight significant periods for adaptations.
• Fish bone analysis reveals a diverse diet involving marine resources.
• Archaeobotanical findings indicate local plant use for various purposes.
• Lithic tool analysis shows technological advancements over time.
• Shell bead attributes contribute to understanding trade and social practices.