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Introduction: Thinking Globally and Acting Locally—Exploring the Relationships Between Community, Archaeological Heritage, and Local Government

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From ancient times to the present, cities have been dynamic places that bring together people of diverse occupations and classes, and they are constantly transforming as economic, political, and social conditions change.

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Baugher, S., Appler, D.R., Moss, W. (2017). Introduction: Thinking Globally and Acting Locally—Exploring the Relationships Between Community, Archaeological Heritage, and Local Government. In: Baugher, S., Appler, D., Moss, W. (eds) Urban Archaeology, Municipal Government and Local Planning. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-55490-7_1

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