Key Events in Ancient African Kingdoms

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Kerma Culture

Early civilization in Nubia, known for trade and wealth.

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Thutmose I

Egyptian pharaoh who sacked Kerma, ending its Golden Age.

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Nubia

Region in modern Sudan, culturally similar to Egypt.

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Kush

Nubian kingdom that conquered Egypt historically.

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Piankhi

Kushite leader who founded Egypt's 25th Dynasty.

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Meroe

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

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Assyrian Invasion

Event leading to Kushites fleeing to Meroe.

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Aksum

Civilization that conquered Meroe after its prosperity.

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Hyksos

Invaders from Palestine, entered Egypt in 1640 BCE.

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New Kingdom

Egypt's period of power beginning in 1550 BCE.

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Cultural Exchange

Nubia and Egypt influenced each other's cultures.

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Trade Goods

Nubia exported gold, ivory, tin to Egypt.

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Military Conquests

Egyptians sought control over Nubian territories and routes.

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Nubian Religion

Adopted Egyptian gods, like Amun, into their culture.

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Egyptian Art Styles

Nubians built temples in styles influenced by Egypt.

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Ramses II

Pharaoh known for building temples in Nubia.

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Hatshepsut

Female pharaoh who explored Somalia during New Kingdom.

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