Key Events in Ancient African Kingdoms

Kerma Culture

Early civilization in Nubia, known for trade and wealth.

Thutmose I

Egyptian pharaoh who sacked Kerma, ending its Golden Age.

Nubia

Region in modern Sudan, culturally similar to Egypt.

Kush

Nubian kingdom that conquered Egypt historically.

Piankhi

Kushite leader who founded Egypt's 25th Dynasty.

Meroe

Kush's capital post-Assyrian invasion, trade hub.

Assyrian Invasion

Event leading to Kushites fleeing to Meroe.

Aksum

Civilization that conquered Meroe after its prosperity.

Hyksos

Invaders from Palestine, entered Egypt in 1640 BCE.

New Kingdom

Egypt's period of power beginning in 1550 BCE.

Cultural Exchange

Nubia and Egypt influenced each other's cultures.

Trade Goods

Nubia exported gold, ivory, tin to Egypt.

Military Conquests

Egyptians sought control over Nubian territories and routes.

Nubian Religion

Adopted Egyptian gods, like Amun, into their culture.

Egyptian Art Styles

Nubians built temples in styles influenced by Egypt.

Ramses II

Pharaoh known for building temples in Nubia.

Hatshepsut

Female pharaoh who explored Somalia during New Kingdom.