Howard Carter's 1922 discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb sparked global interest in Ancient Egypt. Many of the pharaoh's valuable tomb items have disappeared in museum basements and archives across Egypt. Now all 5,398 items are being reunited in the new Grand Egyptian Museum. Together, they give new insight on the short, adventurous life of the so-called 'Boy King' and help academics appreciate Tutankhamun's ancient influence.
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Howard Carter's 1922 discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb sparked global interest in Ancient Egypt. Many of the pharaoh's valuable tomb items have disappeared in museum basements and archives across Egypt. Now all 5,398 items are being reunited in the new Grand Egyptian Museum. Together, they give new insight on the short, adventurous life of the so-called 'Boy King' and help academics appreciate Tutankhamun's ancient influence.
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