In 1996, one of the oldest known skeletons in North America was found along the banks of the Columbia River.  The 9,300 year old skeleton, later named Kennewick Man in honor of the city in which it was found, sparked a heated controversy and lengthy court battle about how to deal with ancient remains found on public land.

Click here to read more on Hastings' work to ensure that scientists can study America's ancient past.

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