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New find at Beheira Egyptian Fortress
The Egyptian archaeological mission at the Tel Athar Al-Abaqain site in Beheira Governorate has uncovered structures and artifacts that shed light on military life, daily activities, and urban planning within the forts of ancient Egypt. The findings underscore the site's significance as a strategic fortress on the western border of the Delta during the New Kingdom period, serving to protect the region from Libyan tribal invasions. A residential complex made of mudbrick was discovered, connected to a main street and another constructed from limestone. Nearby, there are living quarters adjacent to stone wells bearing titles linked to Pharaoh Ramses II, indicating the presence of a residential area associated with everyday activities and water sources. Additionally, part of a stone tablet bearing hieratic inscriptions related to King Merneptah was found, describing his strength and likening it to the god Seth, with references to the creator god Ptah. These discoveries highlight the site's importance in documenting Egypt's military and religious history.
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