Egypt's Golden Empire

tv show

poster for Egypt's Golden Empire

3 total episodes

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1 seasons

First Aired November 04, 2001

Overview

This three-part special tells the story of the Egyptian empire from its beginning in 1560 B.C. to its collapse in 1080 B.C. Interviews with scholars and dramatic re-creations bring the story to life.

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The Last Great Pharaoh

Season 1 - Episode 3 - 1h 55m

Air Date

November 18, 2001

Overview

Under the 67-year reign of Ramesses the Great, the Egyptian New Kingdom is at its greatest height. Resources flood into Egypt, a new capital is built, and The House of Life becomes the intellectual center for the empire. However, after Ramesses dies, the demise of the empire is at hand.