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Third Dynasty of Egypt
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"Third Dynasty" redirects here. For the Sumerian Renaissance, see Third Dynasty of Ur.
The Third Dynasty of ancient Egypt (Dynasty III) is the first dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Other dynasties of the Old Kingdom include the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth. The capital during the period of the Old Kingdom was at Memphis.
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Third Dynasty of Egypt | |||||||||
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c. 2686 BC–c. 2613 BC | |||||||||
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Capital | Memphis | ||||||||
Common languages | Egyptian language | ||||||||
Religion | ancient Egyptian religion | ||||||||
Government | Absolute monarchy | ||||||||
Historical era | Bronze Age | ||||||||
• Established | c. 2686 BC | ||||||||
• Disestablished | c. 2613 BC | ||||||||
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