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The ancient Egyptians interpreted every occurrence in terms of the relationship between natural and supernatural forces. Those phenomena that figured prominently in their lives included the annual cycle of the Nile River`s flood, the enormous size and unchanging harshness of the surrounding desert, and the daily cycle of the sun`s appearance in the...

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Egyptian Artifacts Exhibit

Exploring the ancient world through Egyptian artifacts is a fascinating journey back in time. The Egyptian Artifacts Exhibit offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of this majestic civilization. As you walk through the exhibit, you are greeted by intricate hieroglyphics, statues of powerful pharaohs, and exquisite jewelry worn by ancie...

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The Ancient Egyptian Culture Exhibit

Daily Life Art Military Architecture Hieroglyphs Religion Maps History Archaeology Links - Book References...

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Egypt: History - Pharaonic Dynasties

One of the most fascinating periods in Egypt's history is the era of the Pharaonic dynasties. These dynasties ruled Egypt for thousands of years, shaping the country's culture, religion, and society. The Pharaonic dynasties began around 3100 BC with the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt by King Menes, also known as Narmer. This event marked the...

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Nefertiti

Famed throughout the ancient world for her outstanding beauty, Akhenaten's queen Nefertiti remains the one of the most well known of the queens of Egypt. The famous statue of Nefertiti, found in a sculptors workshop in Akhetaten, is one of the most immediately recognisable icons from this period of history. It has escaped the excesses of the Amar...

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The King List

The Early Dynastic Period The Old Kingdom The First Intermediate Period The Middle Kingdom The Second Intermediate Period The New Kingdom The Third Intermediate Period - High Priests (Thebes) The Late Period The Graeco-Roman Period - Macedonian Kings Ptolemys...

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King Tut

The most famous of all the kings found in the Valley of the Kings was Tutankhamun, also known as KingTut. He died in mid-January, 1343 B.C. It is thought that he was murdered by an official because his skull was bashed in and only a person of great importance could get near enough to harm him....

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The Story of Hatshepsut

Born in the 15th century BC, Hatshepsut, daughter of Tuthmose I and Aahmes, both of royal lineage, was the favorite of their three children. When her two brothers died, she was in the unique position to gain the throne upon the death of her father. To have a female pharaoh was unprecedented, and probably most definitely unheard of as well. When Tut...

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Hatshepsut

Hatshepsut, meaning "foremost of noble ladies," was one of the most remarkable pharaohs of ancient Egypt. She ruled as a pharaoh during the 18th dynasty and is often regarded as one of the most successful female rulers in history. Hatshepsut came to power in 1478 BC and reigned for over 20 years. She is known for her successful military campaigns,...

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Antony, Octavian, Cleopatra

Antony, Octavian, and Cleopatra are figures deeply intertwined in the history of ancient Rome and Egypt. Mark Antony, a powerful Roman general and politician, was a key ally of Julius Caesar. His tumultuous relationship with Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt, ultimately led to his downfall as he found himself on the opposing side of Octavian, Caesar's...

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