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The history of Ancient Egyptian civilization and culture is one of the most fascinating and influential in human history. It lasted for more than 3,000 years (c. 3100 BCE – 30 BCE), making it one of the longest-lasting civilizations ever. Here’s a breakdown 1) Origins of Ancient Egypt Around 3100 BCE, King Narmer (Menes) united Upper and Lower Egypt, creating the first centralized state. The Nile River was central to Egyptian life — its predictable floods provided fertile soil, leading to agricu