Section 1
The Etruscans
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The Origins of Etruria
The Etruscans were a sixth to third century BCE Mediterranean civilization from whom the Romans derived a great deal of cultural influence.
Etruscan Artifacts
Historians have no literature or original Etruscan religious or philosophical texts on which to base knowledge of their civilization, so much of what is known is derived from grave goods and tomb findings.
Etruscan Religion
The Etruscan belief system was heavily influenced by other religions in the region and placed heavy emphasis on the divination of the gods’ wills to guide human affairs.