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Moche and Chimu

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Moche and Chimu

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    1. Moche and Chimu Chandler Douglas Ms Palace Whap 7th

    2. Dates & Location The Moche had developed cultural and political tool by 600 Ce Dominated the north coastal region of Peru Chimu follow the Moche

    3. Agriculture Technology Flood Control Cultivate maize, beans, quinoa, manioc ,coca, and sweet potatoes Massive irrigation works Complex networks of canals and aqueducts carry water as far as 75 miles inland

    4. Math & Astronomy ????

    5. Art, Architecture Urban Planning Large hydraulic/ irrigation works Highly individualized portrait vases Gold jewelry Explicit erotic ceramic vessels Heavy copper agricultural and military tools Large terraced pyramid, walled enclosures and a reservoir Large structures of finely cut stone and gigantic human statuary.

    6. Economics & Trade Larges herds of Alpacas and llamas used for transportation, provide wool for textile production, and meat, an important part of the diet.

    7. Religious Practices & Beliefs Coca

    8. Gender  Roles and other Social aspects Hydraulic works maintained by mit’a, the common people and/or subjects. Highly satisfied and theocratic Both men and women farm Women have specialized role in production of textiles.

    9. More social aspects Elites wear rich clothing, jewelry, and tall headdresses GOLD, large plates and plugs in nose and ears Commoners farm and pay labor dues. Class divisions caused by need of large organized labor force to maintain hydraulic works and whatnot Elite residents built upon platforms at ceremonial centers

    10. Rise to Power & Political Structure Ruled though culture, not empire Very similar to the Byzantine theatre-state Wealth and power highly concentrated with elites. Political control with military and religious leaders.

    11. Reasons for Demise Earthquake caused a change in the course of the Moche river, followed by 30 years of drought, strong winds, and periodic eroding rains

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