Cahokia in Context

New research reveals Cahokia's far-reaching influence as the largest Mississippian city (AD 1050–1275), extending its cultural, economic, and ideological hegemony across North America. Evidence from distant sites like Kincaid (Ohio River Valley) and Aztalan (Wisconsin) demonstrates Cahokia's impact on monumental architecture, subsistence practices, and religious iconography, even in regions with uncertain ties to the city. The study also traces the diaspora of Cahokian culture via the Mississippi River, highlighting its enduring legacy long after abandonment. This volume synthesizes artifact analysis, burial practices, and iconographic studies to reconstruct Cahokia's complex network of influence.

McNutt, C. H., & Parish, R. M. (Eds.). (2020). Cahokia in Context. https://doi.org/10.5744/florida/9781683400820.001.0001