New Kingdom (jan 1, 1550 BC – jan 1, 1069 BC)
Description:
End of Hyksos' reignTensions arose between Thebes and Nubia
Declared War
Ahmose I drives Hyksos from the
country
Hyksos flee to Palestine – ending their
control of lower Egypt
“The golden age of civilization in Ancient Egypt”
Dynamic new rulers
New military technology-Expansionist period of Ancient Egyptian History
Egypt is powerful-Regional supplier of gold
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1550 BC
jan 1, 1069 BC
~ 481 years