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The Man Who Discovered Egypt

An English Egyptologist named Flinders Petrie pioneered a systematic approach to archaeology, dramatically changing the way ancient Egypt was studied and saving its treasures from destruction.

English Egyptologist Flinders Petrie pioneered systematic methodology in archaeology, tackling the vandalism of tomb raiders and treasure hunters in Ancient Egypt. Despite being unknown to many, Petrie undertook a scientific survey of the pyramids, discovered the oldest portraits in the world, and unearthed Egypt's prehistoric roots, ultimately inventing modern field archaeology and giving meaning to the civilization.

Info about The Man Who Discovered Egypt

Studio(s): BBC

Originally Released: United States, Mar 28, 2012

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary