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“c.” (circa): before the date ranges indicate that the dates are approximate and based on archaeological evidence, which is always subject to some degree of interpretation and revision. This is standard practice in archaeology.
Mycenaean Period Clarification: The Mycenaean period is clearly labeled as such, and the LM (Late Minoan) designations are retained within it to show the continuity of Cretan periodization. This acknowledges that while Mycenaeans were in control, the local Cretan context continues
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Since the Minoan history spans over two millennia, the period categorization helps to identify the findings and the archaeological sites.
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