Events with tag - Nile Delta

3101 BC

Founding of Memphis

Establishment of Memphis, the first capital of unified ancient Egypt, by King Menes around 3100 BCE. Located at the strategic junction of Upper and Lower Egypt, it served as the primary administrative, religious, and commercial center of ancient Egyptian civilization.

1176 BC

Battle of Delta

In 1175 BCE, Pharaoh Ramesses III led Egyptian forces to a decisive victory against the Sea Peoples in the Nile Delta, preventing the collapse of ancient Egyptian civilization. This pivotal naval battle marked the end of the Sea Peoples' devastating campaign across the Mediterranean.