Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
Samuel Kirkland Lothrop (1892-1965)
Samuel Kirkland Lothrop was an archaeologist and anthropologist who specialized in Central and South American Studies. As a result of taking part in numerous excavations in the Central and South American areas, he made many written contributions to the field of study. He is also known for obtaining the unique privilege to perform excavations in Argentine Territory. Today his work, Pottery of Costa Rica and Nicaragua, is still considered the ultimate authority on such subjects.