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Daniella Garran

Daniella is an ancient history teacher with a background in material culture. She completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Archaeology and Heritage at the University of Leicester, a Master’s in Education and Museum Studies at Tufts University, and a Bachelor’s in History and Art History at Connecticut College. She has traveled throughout Europe with middle school students and has participated in archaeological digs in Bulgaria and England.

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Articles by Daniella Garran

The Symbolism of Animals in Mesopotamian Art
The Symbolism of Animals in Mesopotamian Art

Animals were ubiquitous in Mesopotamian art, symbolizing the power of kings and gods, offering protection from enemies, or working for humans pulling plows in the fields or chariots into wars.

Discover Ancient Mesopotamia Through 7 Key Artifacts
Discover Ancient Mesopotamia Through 7 Key Artifacts

Ancient Mesopotamia was one of the first organized civilizations to imbue their utilitarian objects with both beauty and meaning as well as purpose.