A comparison of a real archaeologist’s method and that of Indiana Jones. The list isn’t that amazingly funny but I’m posting it any way. I’d say the funniest thing about this picture is the awesome mustache and smug look that the real archaeologist is sporting.

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Real Archaeological Method:

1. Turn up to the office, do some history.
2. Remain object and analytical.
3. Speculate on the lives of those who lived in the past.
4. Carefully preserve rare and ancient artifacts.
5. Attempt to excavate with as little disruption as possible.
6. Via hours of study, become somewhat bookish and academic.
7. Receive peer recognition for a lifetime of work.

Indiana Jones’ Method:

1. Neglect your students hunting for artifacts.
2. Say: “Nazis. I hate Nazis.”
3. Uncover global scheme for world domination.
4. Smash your way into any and all historic monuments.
5. Cause an earthquake and/or split ground open.
6. Become adept at using a whip, punching people and flying aircraft.
7. Wonder why you get tired.

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