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The civilisation of ancient Egypt lasted nearly 3,000 years. It was divided into kingdoms and dynasties (ruling families). During the Intermediate Periods, Egypt was not united.

Early Period 3100--2600 BC 1st -3rd Dynasties

OLD KINGDOM 2600--2134 BC 4th -7th Dynasties

First Intermediate Period 2134 -2040 BC

MIDDLE KINGDOM 2040--1640 BC 11th--14th Dynasties

Second Intermediate Period 1640 -1550 BC

NEW KINGDOM 1550--1070 BC 18th -20th Dynasties

Third Intermediate Period 1070 -712 BC

Late Period 712 -332 BC
 
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