Except in the delta, desert lands often stretched away from both sides of the river for tens or hundreds of miles. This was actually a big help to the leaders of ancient Egypt. Why might that have been so
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The great expanse of desert surrounding Egypt would have helped the rulers of Egypt maintain control because the harsh, barren climate would have provided a natural barrier, defending Egypt from attacks. This, coupled with the Egyptians agricultural success, allowed for a unique cultural purity.
Sources
The Manual for Cultural Foundations of Ancient Civilizations compiled by Rosie Beniretto and Clay Elliot
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