What was found in king tut's tomb?

Howard Carter had worked in Egypt for 31 years before he found King Tut's tomb. Carter had begun his career in Egypt at age 17, using his artistic talents to copy wall scenes and inscriptions. Only eight years later (in 1899), Carter was appointed the Inspector-General of Monuments in Upper Egypt. read more

This Day In History: 02/16/1923 - Tomb of King Tut Opened King Tut's mummy was unearthed by archeologist Howard Carter, Fidel Castro became dictator of Cuba, the first 911 system became available, and the Kurds seized embassies across Europe in This Day in History video. read more

"King Tut" became the name of products, businesses, and even the pet dog of U.S. President Herbert Hoover. Relics from Tutankhamun's tomb are among the most traveled artifacts in the world. They have been to many countries, but probably the best-known exhibition tour was The Treasures of Tutankhamun tour, which ran from 1972 to 1979. read more