'Hieroglyphic alphabet' presentation slideshows

Aim: How did the ancient Egyptians use the Nile River to develop a successful river civilization?

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The Rosetta Stone

The Rosetta Stone. Found in 1799 near the town of Rosetta ( Rashid in Arabic) by French Engineers during Napoleon's occupation of Egypt. After the French surrendered Alexandria to the English in 1801, the stone became English property, and has been on display in the British Museum since 1802.

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Ancient Egyptian Art

Ancient Egyptian Art. A Brief History. 5000 BCE - 300 AD Portraiture of royalty was highly developed Symbolism very important Gods, humans, animals, nature, the afterlife Vivid representation of socioeconomic status. Types of Art: Sculpture. Pharaohs always portrayed as gods

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The Olmecs

The Olmecs. Christina, Danielle, and Stephen. Political. Ruled by powerful priest chieftains who had alliances with other regional priest chiefs; they came to dominate the government with respect and fear instead of force. The Olmec civilization existed from 2500 BC to 400 BC.

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