Debunking the myths of Tutankhamun with top Egyptologist

Top image: Tutankhamun’s mask.

Tutankhamun's reign was marked by his efforts to restore traditional practices after the preceding Amarna period, where a different form of religion was practiced in Egypt. The tomb of Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings by Lord Carnarvon and Howard Carter, unveiled a treasure trove of artifacts .

However, despite the wealth of discoveries, many questions remain unanswered. Tutankhamun's health is still a subject of debate, with conflicting opinions on whether he suffered from malnourishment, had a club foot, or even tuberculosis. The exact circumstances of his death also elude definitive explanation, though some experts propose a chariot accident as the cause due to the severe damage to his chest. The story of Tutankhamun continues to captivate historians and Egyptology enthusiasts, as ongoing research and analysis shed light on the life, reign, and enduring legacy of this enigmatic pharaoh.

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By Joanna Gillan / Co-Owner, Editor and Writer of Ancient Origins

Joanna Gillan is a Co-Owner, Editor and Writer of Ancient Origins. For privacy reasons, she has previously written on Ancient Origins under the pen name April Holloway, but is now choosing to use her real name.

Joanna co-founded Ancient Origins with her husband Dr Ioannis Syrigos. Together they immersed themselves in their personal passion for ancient history, mythology and human origins.  She loves learning about and experiencing other cultures and has spent time living in Australia, UK, Greece, Ecuador and Ireland and travelling to hundreds of historic sites around the world.

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(Source: ancient-origins.net; July 6, 2023; https://tinyurl.com/mr3zv52s)
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