Redating the Inca empire

The traditional Inca chronology has collapsed. New radiocarbon dates show the empire lasted longer than was previously thought-and met more resistance.

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2026-10-15
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https://doi.org/10.1126/science.aen2353
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Archaeology and ancient environmental studies
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Redating the Inca empire

Lizzie Wade
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Archaeology and ancient environmental studies
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Redating the Inca empire

Lizzie Wade
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Abstract

The traditional Inca chronology has collapsed. New radiocarbon dates show the empire lasted longer than was previously thought-and met more resistance.

ScienceVol. 394(6821)
Universidad Andina del Cusco (PE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 16%
Archaeology and ancient environmental studies
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