The Kingdom of Kush

The Kingdom of Kush, located in present-day Sudan, was one of the earliest civilisations in the Nile Valley. At its height, Kush conquered Egypt and ruled as the 25th Dynasty.

Key points: - Kush existed from approximately 1070 BCE to 350 CE - The capital Meroë was a centre of iron smelting and trade - Kushite pyramids at Meroë number over 200 — more than Egypt - The civilisation had its own writing system (Meroitic script)

This is not fringe history. This is documented, archaeological, peer-reviewed history that most school curricula omit entirely.