How bronze changed life in Britain

Bronze was harder, longer lasting and could be made sharper than wood or stone tools. This meant that larger areas of wildwood could be cleared for agriculture and more crops could be planted. This meant that a surplus could be traded or stored in case of disaster. Populations also grew as the land could support more people, who were needed for increased farming. Archaeologists have found many examples of Bronze Age hoards in Britain. These hoards show how bronze was used.