Kathleen Kenyon was a British archaeologist known for her significant contributions to the field of archaeology, particularly in the study of ancient Jericho. Born in 1906, she became a pioneer in the excavation and analysis of archaeological sites, using modern techniques to uncover the history of human civilization. Kenyon's work at Jericho in the 1950s revealed important findings about early human settlements and the development of agriculture. Her meticulous methods and attention to detail helped establish the importance of stratigraphy in archaeological research, influencing future generations of archaeologists and enhancing our understanding of ancient cultures.