Sunday, October 18, 2009

"The neglect of Nubian history reflected not only the bigoted worldview of t...

 
 

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via guerrilla mama on 10/16/09

"The neglect of Nubian history reflected not only the bigoted worldview of the times, but also a cult-like fascination with Egypt's achievements—and a complete ignorance of Africa's past. "The first time I came to Sudan," recalls Swiss archaeologist Charles Bonnet, "people said: 'You're mad! There's no history there! It's all in
Egypt!' ""

- Black Pharaohs - National Geographic Magazine

 
 

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