WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The African kingdom of Kush was located on the Nile River, to the south of Egypt. The civilization of Kush thrived from about 2000 B.C.E. to 350 C.E. Kush and Egypt maintained a close relationship throughout much of Kush’s long history. The two civilizations struggled for power and conquest.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nubia was known as Kush for 2000 years For much of antiquity, the region south of the 1st cataract of the Nile was called Kush. The name is known from ancient Egyptian, classical, and biblical texts. Whether it reflects an indigenous term is not known. The Kushites developed powerful kingdoms.

Detailed explanation-3: -Today, the land of Kush is the country of Sudan. How long did the Kingdom of Kush rule? The Kingdom of Kush lasted for over 1400 years. It was first established around 1070 BCE when it gained its independence from Egypt.

Detailed explanation-4: -Kush was the most powerful state in the Nile valley around 1700 B.C.E. Conflict between Egypt and Kush followed, culminating in the conquest of Kush by Thutmose I (1504–1492 B.C.E.). In the west and south, Neolithic cultures remained as both areas were beyond the reach of the Egyptian rulers.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Kush civilization was known for their extensive trade routes that provided ivory and other luxury goods. They were also known for conquering Egypt during the twenty-fifth dynasty, and having an active influence of Egyptian culture.