Ancient Egypt

first ruler

3100 BCE

First and second dynasties ruled Egypt and began using hieroglyphics. Hor-Aha was declared and considered the first ruler of Egypt. Memphis was declared capitol of Egypt.

first pyramid built

2950 BCE

first pyramid was built. The step pyramid built at Saqqara for king Zoser one of the kings for the third dynasty. Djoser, sometimes spelled Zoser, was a king of Egypt's third dynasty.

the old kingdom

2575 BCE

the great Pyramids were built Dahshur and Giza revered as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. King Unas had the burial chamber in his pyramid inscribed with spells for the afterlife

first intermediate period

2181 BCE

The old kingdom collapsed the 7th and 8th dynasty consist of rapid succession of Memphis-based rulers until about 2055 BC, when the central authority completely dissolved. The chaotic situation was intensified by Bedouin invasions and accompanied by famine and disease

King Tut born

1341 BCE

born on 1341 King Tut was one of the most well known king of Ancient Egypt. He was the 12th king of the 18th dynasty. he was disappeared from history after his death.

King Tut dies

1323 BCE

king Tut was buried in the valley of kings. Generations after his death he was found by Howard Carter. After his death he disappeared from history.

alexander the great rules egypt

332 BCE

occupies Egypt and his general. Greek culture was spread throughout Egypt. The city of Alexandria was found and became famous for the great liberty and the great lighthouse of Alexandria which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.