Celt, normally (see Pronunciation of Celtic), is a modern term used to describe any of the European peoples who spoke, or speak, a Celtic language. The term is also used in a wider sense to describe the modern descendants of those peoples, notably those who participate in a Celtic culture. Celts were a diverse group of independent, indigenous tribal societies. While similarities in language, artifacts, religion and social structures are known, each culture had its own language and traditions.Frost, Martin "[LINK: http://www.martinfrost.ws/htmlfiles/gazette/celt.html] Celt" accessed 15 Nov 2007 The focus of this article is the ancient peoples of Europe; for Celts of the present day, see Modern Celts. Overview During the Iron Age, Celtic culture was spread from the Iberian Peninsula to Anatolia (Turkey), but the ultimate origin of the Celts is a subject of controversy. Tradition

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