Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
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Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
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Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Zawyet Umm El Rakham is an archaeological site located on the North coast of Egypt, approximately 20 km west of Marsa Matruh. It dates back to the reign of Ramesses II, during the 13th century BCE, when it served as a major fortress-town. This site is significant for marking the western extent of direct Egyptian influence during the Late Bronze Age. The fortress was strategically positioned to oversee and perhaps control the surrounding region. Excavations led by the University of Liverpool have revealed the fortress's defensive structures, offering insights into the military and political strategies of ancient Egypt. The site's findings contribute to understanding Egypt's territorial reach and interactions with neighboring regions during Ramesses II's era.
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