The Kingdom of Kush Timeline by Brady Stumpf

Location,Size,Capitol

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The Kingdom of Kush was located in what we know today as Sudan as well as southern Egypt. This Kingdom had 2 capitals which were Meroe and Kerma.

Leaders

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The Kingdom of Kush had 7 total leader over their time that they reigned. Those leaders names are Alara, Kashta, Piye, Shebitku, Shabaka, Taharqa, Tantamani.

Accomplishments

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The Kingdom of Kush ruled over Egypt.They were also a major trade hub for Africa. Lastly the Kingdom had expertise in iron work which aided the creation of tools,weapons, and infrastructure.

Unique Features

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The Kingdom of Kush constructed their own pyramids very similar to the egyptian pyramids, The Kingdoms is known to be noticably steeper and smaller. Another unique feauture is how they created their own language and writing.

Era of Peak

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The Kingdom of Kush was only known for one era of peak. That peak was in the 8th century BCE. They peaked because they controlled Egypt and held the most power in that area of Eastern Africa.

The Decline

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There are many reasons on why the Kingdom of Kush could have declined but the major reasons were because of the roman and assyrian invasions the Kingdom faced. Along with many trade routes changing, and internal conflicts with its self.

Art,Architecture,Technology

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The Kingdom of Kush created their famous pyramids,palaces,and temples which was advanced architecture at the time. Many art pieces found in this Kingdom come from ceramics. The kingdom was infamous for their iron production technology along with their water management