1. Rosetta Stone
But in 1799, French troops near the Egyptian town of Rosetta discovered an ancient basalt slab that would prove to be the key to unlocking Egypt's mysteries. ... III Significance The Rosetta stone was key in translating the lost language of ancient Egypt, but why is this so significant? ... The fascination of ancient Egyptian culture is deeply integrated into cultures around the world. The Ancient Egyptians were so meticulous in recording everything, that scribes seem to have written on everything everywhere. ... With the ancient language accessible, the ancient Egyptians and their cul...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate