👉 "Protohistoric" is a concept in archaeology and history, referring to historical periods when people lived in societies that were significantly different from those of modern times. These periods are often defined by the development of distinct social structures, technologies, languages, and cultural practices. The term "protohistoric" was first introduced by scholars such as Jevons, who argued that the transition from earlier prehistory to later human history could be seen as a process leading to a more complex set of societies. This
