# Inspector task sheet

Tollund Man: when an ancient find looked recent

## 1. Audit the source record

Retrieve the named records for Tollund Man: when an ancient find looked recent. Record author, edition, page or section and access date. Treat a catalogue, mirror or translation of one document as the same evidence, not independent corroboration.

Status: proposed; not completed.
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## 2. Build the dated evidence ledger

Create a component register identifying original tissue, conserved material and reconstructed display elements. Compare the dating record with the discovery narrative. For each claim about ritual purpose, require the archaeological context and distinguish physical observations from cultural interpretation.

Status: proposed; not completed.
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## 3. Test the interpretation

Compare conservation history with dating and environmental evidence. Compare contextual evidence with alternative deposition scenarios. Record what would favour or weaken each explanation; leave unperformed work marked as proposed.

Status: proposed; not completed.
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