The Egyptians Ancient Egypt Egypt and the Nile The Old Kingdom Building the Pyramids The Middle Kingdom Pharaohs The New Kingdom Religion Preparing for the Next World Towns and Cities Sculpture and Painting Craftsmen Writing Children and Education Farmers Trade and Ships Family Life Food and Drink Games and Hunting	Medals These solid gold flies were presented to soldiers for bravery. One queen of the 18th Dynasty had three on a gold chain for helping to drive out the Hyksos.   Previous: Back Book: The Egyptians Section: Ancient Egypt Chapter: The New Kingdom