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Aug
Third Dynasty
Third Dynasty
Egypt Enters its Pyramid Age
2686 to 2613 BC
Period |
Seat of Power |
Factions |
Dating System |
Old Kingdom |
Memphis |
n/a |
Shaw and Nicholson |
The Third Dynasty marks a period of stability, prosperity, and centralized power known as the Old Kingdom. Djoser becomes the first pharaoh to build a pyramid and sets the standard for Egyptian royalty for centuries to come.
Name of Ruler |
Years of Reign |
Capitol |
Djoser (Netjerikhet) |
2667 to 2648 BC |
Memphis |
Sanakhte |
??? |
Memphis |
Sekhemkhet |
2648 to 2640 BC |
Memphis |
Khaba |
2640 to 2637 BC |
Memphis |
Huni |
2637 to 2613 BC |
Memphis |