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In a remarkable breakthrough, a research team led by Eman Ghoneim, a professor of earth and ocean sciences at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, has discovered a previously unknown branch of the Nile River. Sydney Bouchelle, Media Relations & Communications Specialist at UNCW, unveiled this significant finding, which provides new insights into the geographical layout of Egypt’s largest pyramid field, encompassing the iconic Giza complex.
The existence of a waterway aiding the construction of ancient Egypt’s monumental pyramids has long been a subject of debate among historians and archaeologists. This discovery conclusively identifies the location and size of this ancient waterway, confirming it as a lost branch of the Nile River. This information clarifies how the Egyptians might have transported materials to build such monumental structures.
More than just solving logistical mysteries of ancient construction techniques, this discovery highlights the Nile’s essential role as a cultural artery in Egyptian history and its profound influence on human civilization, shaped by environmental changes.
For an in-depth look at this discovery, including a detailed account of the research and its broader implications, please visit our news page. Additional resources and photographs from Dr. Ghoneim are also available at UNCW’s website at: https://uncw.edu/news/2024/05/researchers-uncover-buried-branch-of-nile-river.
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