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“The trip I made to Angola to study the prehistoric contents of the gravel beds as a means of deciding the age of the deposits and their economic potential was the first time prehistory had ever been used for such a purpose.” quote by Louis Leakey
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“The trip I made to Angola to study the prehistoric contents of the gravel beds as a means of deciding the age of the deposits and their economic potential was the first time prehistory had ever been used for such a purpose.”

Louis Leakey

About This Quote

Source Book: The Origin of Man, 1936

He used prehistoric geology in Angola to date deposits and assess economic value, pioneering practical prehistory.

In simple terms: Prehistory applied to economics.

Key Takeaway

Use science to guide resource decisions.

Themes

science economics geology history

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

academic practical

When to use this quote

  • mining exploration
  • academic research
  • policy planning

Key Concepts

stratigraphy resource assessment archaeology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can ancient data inform modern economics?
  • What ethical issues arise in exploiting ancient sites?
A Different Perspective

Scientific data may be limited by preservation.

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