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2300-Year-Old Egyptian Gold Mine Reveals Evidence of Slavery: Iron Shackles Illuminate the Dark Side of the Past
Recent archaeological excavations in the Ghozza region of Egypt have uncovered shocking evidence that some workers in a Ptolemaic-era (3rd century BC) gold mine were enslaved. The iron shackles found at the excavation site highlight the prevalence of forced labor in gold mining during that period. Led by historian Jean Pouilloux of the Laboratoire HiSoMA…
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Magnificent Jewellery and Amulets from Egypt’s 26th Dynasty Found in Karnak Temples
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, along with the Egyptian-French archaeological mission, has uncovered a significant collection of jewelry and amulets dating back to the early 26th Dynasty (664–525 B.C.) at the Karnak Temples. This discovery provides important insights into ancient Egyptian craftsmanship. During excavations in the northern area of the Karnak complex, archaeologists…
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3,000-Year-Old Gold City Discovered in Egypt: Unveiling Ancient Mining Techniques
In Gebel Sukari, located on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, archaeologists from the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) have unearthed the remnants of a massive 3,000-year-old gold processing complex. This meticulous two-year project is shedding light on the secrets of this ancient mining center, revealing valuable insights into Ancient Egypt’s source of wealth. Sukari Gold Mine…
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Archaeologists Discover Dozens of Royal Mummies in the Valley of the Kings
In a remarkable discovery, experts have found at least 50 mummies belonging to the ancient Egyptian royal family. This includes princes, princesses, and infants. The mummies were unearthed in a collapsed tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Researchers analyzed hieratic inscriptions, a cursive form of hieroglyphics, and linked most mummies to two pharaohs: Thutmose…