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c. 2000 BC – AD 1000 (Theory): The interaction between Archaic and Ceramic Age populations in the northeastern Caribbean is modeled as a series of “networks set in stone,” where the exchange of lithic materials mediated social relationships. Research by Hofman, Mol, Rodríguez Ramos, and Knippenberg suggests that these networks were not just economic but served as the primary means of cultural transmission and social integration. The persistent use of certain stone sources across different cultural periods indicates a high degree of continuity and shared environmental knowledge. This network-based approach allows for a more fluid understanding of Caribbean history that transcends rigid chronological boundaries.