In Search of Fire

The discovery of fire and its 'domestication' completely changed the lives of our ancestors. It was a source of light and warmth, a symbol of protection, and a bond that strengthened social relationships; it allowed for cooking food and transforming materials to produce better tools. However, in those times, obtaining fire was not easy, so keeping it alive was a vital task. In this demonstration, we will show different techniques used in Prehistory to start a fire.