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242: The Year of Two Pharaohs (Sety II vs Amenmesse)
Between 1215 and 1211 BCE, Egypt was divided. A rebellion in the south, launched by Amen-messe “Born of Amun” disrupted the succession of Sety II, son of Merneptah. Records from…
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241: Annihilation of the Wicked
Merneptah’s Nubian War, the Book of Caverns, and his Legacy. The later years of Merneptah’s reign were eventful. Just as the Libu war wound down, another conflict started in Nubia.…
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240: Merneptah’s War with the Sea Peoples
As the Libu war wound down, Merneptah’s troops took captives and plundered the bodies of fallen warriors. Along the way, we also hear of “foreign peoples of the Sea,” who…
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Tour: “Secrets of the Pyramids” January 2027 (Announcement)
It’s time, once again, to think about visiting Egypt. I just returned from a tour in March, taking a group through the Nile Valley, and we had a great time.…
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News from the Field (Winter 2025-2026, Part 1)
The winter 2025/26 excavation season is underway, and lots of news is coming forth already. Let’s explore the major finds! Chapters: Sources:
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2026 Tour, “New Kingdom Cruise”
SOLD OUT, STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE TOURS Hello everyone, it’s that time again. Time for a tour to Egypt. In March of 2026, we’re offering a new itinerary in the…
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