Early Dynastic Period In Egypt

Definition

The Early Dynastic Period in Egypt (c. 3150 - c. 2613 BCE) is the beginning of the historical era of the country during which the regions of Upper Egypt (south) and Lower Egypt (north) were united as one country under a centralized government.

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  • c. 3200 BCE - c. 3000 BCE
    Probable dates for creation of Narmer Palette.
  • c. 3100 BCE
    Reign of King Hor-Aha in Egypt.
  • c. 3050 BCE
    Reign of King Djer in Egypt.
  • c. 3000 BCE
    Reign of King Djet in Egypt.
  • c. 2990 BCE
    Reign of Merneith, early female ruler in Egypt.
  • c. 2990 BCE
    Reign of King Den, son of Merneith, in Egypt.
  • c. 2890 BCE - c. 2670 BCE
    Second Dynasty in Ancient Egypt.
  • c. 2670 BCE - c. 2613 BCE
    Third Dynasty in Ancient Egypt.
  • c. 2670 BCE
    Reign of King Djoser in Egypt, builder of the first pyramid.
  • c. 2667 BCE - c. 2600 BCE
    Attributed dates of Imhotep's medical and architectural achievements.
  • c. 2650 BCE
    Reign of King Sekhemket in Egypt, builder of the Buried Pyramid.
  • c. 2640 BCE
    Reign of the King Khaba in Egypt, builder of the Layer Pyramid.
  • c. 2630 BCE - 2613 BCE
    Reign of King Huni in Egypt, last ruler of the Third Dynasty, Early Dynastic Period.
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