Annals of Thutmose III

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the chronological range?Regnal years 22-42 of Thutmose III (circa 1458-1438 BCE)
2. What is the primary function?Detailed military records of Thutmose III's seventeen campaigns in Syro-Palestine
3. Where inside the Karnak Temple are the Annals kept?They are in a special chamber called the 'holy of holies', a very sacred part of the temple.
4. Why were the Annals written in such a big space?The space is about 25 meters long and 12 meters wide, showing how important Thutmose III thought it was to remember his victories for the gods and future generations.

Epigraphy: The study of inscriptions and carvings on ancient monuments and artifacts.
Syro-Palestine: A geographical region in the ancient Near East, encompassing parts of modern Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and Israel.
Royal Propaganda: Information, often biased, used by rulers to promote their image and policies.
New Kingdom: The period of ancient Egyptian history from roughly 1550 to 1070 BCE, known for its imperial expansion and monumental building.