Discovery of Tutankhamun’s Tomb, 1922

Howard Carter’s team uncovered the nearly intact tomb of the boy-king in the Valley of the Kings, revealing a treasure trove of gilt artifacts, chariots, and the iconic gold funerary mask. Carter’s meticulous cataloguing set new standards in archaeological practice.
Discussion Prompt: How did the “Tutmania” craze of the 1920s influence Western perceptions of Egypt, and what ethical questions arise around artifact display and repatriation?