King Thutmose II
Imagine if a secret from over 3,000 years ago popped up to remind us that our modern lives are intertwined with epic stories of the past. This isn’t just another historical nugget - it’s a heart-stopping, mind-blowing discovery that shows our shared legacy is more alive than ever.
A British-Egyptian team just uncovered the tomb of King Thutmose II, hidden in the Western Valleys of the Theban Necropolis near Luxor. And here’s the kicker: this is the first royal tomb found since the legendary discovery of King Tut’s tomb back in 1922! Yes, you read that right - the first such discovery for more than a century.
Picture this: after crawling through a 10-metre passage and squeezing through an opening as tiny as 40 sq cm, the team entered a chamber with a blue-painted ceiling sprinkled with yellow stars - a design reserved solely for pharaohs. It’s like the ancient version of an exclusive VIP club, and only kings get in!
Dr. Piers Litherland, the lead on the mission, was so overwhelmed by the discovery that he literally burst into tears when he emerged. That moment wasn’t just about finding a tomb - it was a powerful reminder of how deeply we’re connected to our history. King Thutmose II wasn’t just any ruler; he was the husband of the remarkable Queen Hatshepsut (one of history’s few female pharaohs) and an ancestor of King Tut. His story is a vibrant piece of the grand puzzle that forms ancient Egyptian history.
This find is more than an archaeological milestone. It’s a call to all of us to appreciate our past, to understand that every era has its own drama, dreams, and discoveries that shape who we are today. So next time you’re feeling disconnected or overwhelmed by modern life, remember that the legacy of ancient wonders is still whispering to us - reminding us that every piece of history has a story worth cherishing.
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Incredible.0
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Wow Chizz…
…Am I the only one that was waiting for the punchline 🤦9 -
Any idea who funded this exploration?0
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I'm amazed it's taken this long tbh given the amount of technology we have available to us with geo-scanning, thermal camera, infrared, lasers, drones and so on.
Makes you wonder what else is buried away from us0 -
Fossil Fuel companies JP Morgan and various billionaire property magnates I should expect 😉😆stop_shouting said:Any idea who funded this exploration?3 -
Thutmose have taken you ages to write.10
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The New Kingdom Research Foundation (NKRF) is affiliated with the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research at the University of Cambridge. While specific details about the NKRF's funding sources are not publicly disclosed, archaeological research organisations in the UK often secure financial support from various avenues, including:stop_shouting said:Any idea who funded this exploration?- Academic Institutions: Universities and research institutes may provide grants or fellowships to support archaeological projects.- Government Agencies: Bodies such as UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) offer funding for research across disciplines, including archaeology.- Private Foundations and Trusts: Organisations like the Wellcome Trust provide grants for research initiatives.- International Collaborations: Partnerships with foreign research institutions can lead to joint funding opportunities.Given the NKRF's affiliation with the University of Cambridge, it's plausible that their work is supported through a combination of these funding sources.1 -
You get a written lol for that 😂valleynick66 said:
Fossil Fuel companies JP Morgan and various billionaire property magnates I should expect 😉😆stop_shouting said:Any idea who funded this exploration?1 -
So King Fcuknose has been discovered after all these years. I didn't realise they were excavating the Valley, thought they were putting a bit of seed down. Who knew .....0
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Quick! Scoop the shit up and get it back to The British Museum pronto!
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Chrystal Palace FC are proud to announce that the tomb of one of their early directors, King Thutmose II, has been found slightly to the South of Selhurst Park. The find confirms the long held belief that Palace are the oldest club in the world.
In recognition, the club will be changing their nickname and colours again.12 -
Answers on a post card as to what the new name and colours will be .......0
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I was expecting something about where she (Queen Hatshepsut) put her hat.eastterrace6168 said:Wow Chizz…
…Am I the only one that was waiting for the punchline 🤦1 -
Is it all in the British Museum yet?0
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There’s nothing there, it was all moved to a new tomb because of flooding, except for a broken piece with his name on.SuedeAdidas said:Is it all in the British Museum yet?1 -
Thutmose woz ere! 😉AddicksAddict said:
There’s nothing there, it was all moved to a new tomb because of flooding, except for a broken piece with his name on.SuedeAdidas said:Is it all in the British Museum yet?4 -
Effectively, yes.TelMc32 said:
Thutmose woz ere! 😉AddicksAddict said:
There’s nothing there, it was all moved to a new tomb because of flooding, except for a broken piece with his name on.SuedeAdidas said:Is it all in the British Museum yet?0
