“Writing and Civilization: From Ancient Worlds to Modernity” S:1 E:7 What Is Decipherment?

S:1 E:7 What Is Decipherment? The earliest writing systems are known to us only through the efforts of archaeological decipherment. But how can archaeologists be certain that the knowledge is accurate? Learn a bit of history on cryptography and the differences between decipherers and code-breakers as you examine the theory and methodology of decipherment, as well as the evidence it considers.