What happens to Egypt after the new kingdom?

The New Kingdom was followed by the Third Intermediate Period, which lasted from around 1070 to 664 BC. This period was marked by political instability and foreign invasions, including the rise of the Nubian Kingdom of Kush and the Assyrian Empire. Egypt was eventually reunited under the rule of the Saite Dynasty in 664 BC.

The Late Period

The Late Period lasted from around 664 to 332 BC and was a time of relative stability and prosperity. Egypt experienced a cultural and artistic revival, and many new temples and monuments were built. The Late Period ended with the conquest of Egypt by Alexander the Great in 332 BC.

The Ptolemaic Dynasty

Alexander's conquest of Egypt ushered in the Ptolemaic Dynasty, which ruled Egypt for over 250 years. The Ptolemies were Greek rulers who adopted many Egyptian customs and traditions. The Ptolemaic Dynasty ended with the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 BC, and Egypt became a province of the Roman Empire.

The Roman Empire

Egypt was ruled by the Romans for over 600 years. During this time, Egypt experienced a period of peace and prosperity. Many Roman temples and monuments were built, and Egypt became a major center of learning and culture. The Roman Empire ended with the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD, and Egypt was ruled by the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) for several more centuries.

The Arab Conquest

In 641 AD, Egypt was conquered by the Arab Muslims. The Arab conquest marked the end of the ancient Egyptian civilization and the beginning of the Islamic era in Egypt. Egypt was ruled by the Arab caliphates for several centuries, and then by the Mamluk Sultanate from 1250 to 1517 AD.

The Ottoman Empire

In 1517, Egypt was conquered by the Ottoman Turks. The Ottomans ruled Egypt for over 400 years, and Egypt experienced a period of decline during this time. The Ottoman Empire ended with the outbreak of World War I in 1914, and Egypt became a British protectorate.

The British Protectorate

Egypt was a British protectorate from 1914 to 1922. During this time, Egypt experienced a period of political unrest and social change. In 1922, Egypt gained its independence from Britain, and became a sovereign state.

The Modern Era

The modern era in Egypt began in 1922 with the country's independence from Britain. Egypt has experienced a period of political instability, military rule, and economic challenges since then. In recent years, Egypt has made progress in human rights, economic growth and women empowerment, and has emerged as a regional leader.