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Ancient Egypt

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  • Period: 2950 BCE to 2575 BCE

    Early Dynastic Period Dynasties I-III

    The ancient Egypt civilization begins. The first pharaoh of Egypt ,Menes, United upper and lower Egypt into one civilization. He put the midpoint of two land at Memphis. During this time the Egyptians developed hieroglyphic writing which would be important for making records and running a government. Near the end of the dynastic period and start of Old Kingdom, the first pyramid is built by pharaoh Djoser and famous Egyptian architect Imhotep.
  • Period: 2575 BCE to 2150 BCE

    Old Kingdom - Dynasties IV-VIII

    The fourth dynasty begins and the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx are built. This is often called the age of pyramids. The fourth dynasty is a time of peace and also a time when sun god became prominent in Egyptian religion. The Old Kingdom nears its end as the 7th and 8th dynasties are weak and the government begins to collapse. The end of the Old Kingdom is a time of poverty and famine.
  • Period: 2150 BCE to 1975 BCE

    First Intermediate Period Dynasties IX-XI

    Egypt splits back into two countries. Old Kingdom ends and the First Indermediate Period begins.
  • Period: 1975 BCE to 1640 BCE

    Middle Kingdom Dynasties XI-XIV

    The pharaoh Mentuhopt II reunites the two parts of Egypt under one rule signaling the start of the Middle Kingdom. The royal tombs are moved North near the city of Memphis. The Egyptians start to use irrigation to carry water from the Nile River to their crops.
  • Period: 1640 BCE to 1520 BCE

    Second Intermediate Period Dynasties XV-XVII

    The Middle Kingdom ends and the Second Intermediate Period begins. Some of the Dynasties at the end of the Middle Kingdom and during this period only last for a short time. The horse and chariot are introduced during this period
  • Period: 1520 BCE to 1075 BCE

    New Kingdom Dynasties XVIII-XX

    The New Kingdom is the time of the greatest prosperity for Ancient Egypt civilization. During this time the Pharaohs conquer the most lands and the Egyptian Empire reaches Its peak
  • Period: 1075 BCE to 653 BCE

    Third Intermediate Period Dynasties XXI-XXIV

    The New Kingdom comes to an end when Egypt becomes divided. Third Intermediate Period begins. Egypt grows weaker and is eventually conquered by the Assyrian Empire near the end of this period.
  • Period: 653 BCE to 332 BCE

    Late Period Dynasties XXV-XXX

    The Late Period begins as the Assyrians leave Egypt and locals regain control from vassals left by the Assyrians