About Cao Wei
Cao Wei was an anthropologist and archaeologist.
Cao Wei is a Chinese professor of archaeology. He is currently serving as the chief curator of the Terracotta Army museum in Xi'an, China. In 2010, he and his archaeological team received the Prince of Asturias Awards in social sciences. In 2013, he accompanied South Korea's president Park Geun-hye and her delegation to visit the Terracotta Army.
In 2014, he led US First Lady Michelle Obama through the archeological site.
Awards
In 2010, Cao Wei and his team received the Prince of Asturias Awards in Social Sciences for their archaeological discoveries.
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