The utilization of the sea by human is an age-old practice. It began with venturing into the waters to gather various food resources using bare hands or simple tools. Over time, as various tools advanced, structures like boats were constructed, enabling interactions with communities across the seas and acquiring diverse marine life dwelling in distant waters. Thus, the efforts invested throughout life for sustenance left traces akin to badges scattered throughout.
Continuously consuming such food imbues information into the collagen of the body, providing for future generations. Through this, understanding the dietary habits of prehistoric and ancient societal groups becomes possible. In the southern coast of the Korean Peninsula during the Neolithic period, the consumption of marine fish was relatively high, whereas in the same period, it is estimated that the proportion of plant-based materials (C3 plant group) was higher in the western coast region.
Propelling boats in maritime activities requires repetitive movements, akin to modern rowing or paddling, focusing on the upper body. This leads to the development of musculoskeletal stress markers due to excessive muscle and tendon use. Limited data in Korea makes detailed examination challenging, but evidence suggests consistent maritime activity during the Neolithic era. However, minimal development of stress markers is noted in the Samhan period, possibly reflecting societal changes. To understand MSM development, considering temporal and regional factors alongside archaeological and historical data is crucial.
동북아시아문화학회 [The Association of North-east Asian Cultures]
설립연도
2000
분야
복합학>학제간연구
소개
동북아시아 문화의 다양성과 정체성을 연구 토론하고, 지역내 문화 교류의 다양한 모습을 연구하고 문화변동의 큰 틀을 집적함으로써 우리 민족 문화 및 상대 민족의 문화적 터전을 이해하여 문화공동체적 특성을 계발하고 상호 관련성의 강화를 유도하는 학술활동을 통해 동북아시아의 문화발전에 이바지함.