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How Napoleon Invented Egyptology

In 1798, Napoleon Bonaparte sought to conquer Egypt for France. His cadre of scholars and scientists studied every aspect of the country, both ancient and modern, producing what would become the origin of modern Egyptology: a massive, multi-volume book titled “Description de l’Égypte.” Learn more about this unexpected history with W. Benson Harer Jr., renowned lecturer in Egyptology.











When: Wed., May. 8, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In 1798, Napoleon Bonaparte sought to conquer Egypt for France. His cadre of scholars and scientists studied every aspect of the country, both ancient and modern, producing what would become the origin of modern Egyptology: a massive, multi-volume book titled “Description de l’Égypte.” Learn more about this unexpected history with W. Benson Harer Jr., renowned lecturer in Egyptology.

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