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First known in Mesoamerica
The Olmecs are the earliest known civilization in Mesoamerica (Central America) -
Apr 1, 1000
The Settlement of Canton Corralito
The Olmecs settled in Canton Corralito which was in Guatemala and covered at least sixty acres -
May 1, 1150
Pyramids
This is the late time frame of Olmecs when they built pyramids -
Oct 16, 1400
Gone
This is the time frame that they described as what might have been the Olmecs leaving forever -
Findings
Scientists found Jade deposits from Olmecs -
Initial Period
This is reffered to as most important and initial period in Olmec history. -
Early Period
This time frame is reffered to as the early Olmec period of Southern Mexico