19th Century

james henry breasted

Born 1865 Died 1935 Works span 1930–1930

James Henry Breasted: A Pioneer of Egyptology Early Life and Education Born: August 27, 1865, in Rockford, Illinois. Breasted’s academic journey began at North Central College before he pursued further studies at the University of Berlin. A pivotal moment came in 1894 when he earned his PhD from the University of Berlin, making him the first American to receive a doctorate in Egyptology. This achievement marked the beginning of…

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