Nubia was first noted in the Ancient Egyptian trade records around 2300 B.C. The Nubians, whose civilization was to the south of the Egyptians, were a source of gold, exotic woods and African animals. read more
After 700 years of Egyptian rule, Kushites (cites of Napata and Meroe) rose up and expanded their power into Egypt ** the pharaohs of egypts Twenty fifth dynasty were Nubians. HOWEVER, their rule did not last long and by 660 BC they were forced back into Nubia and never again controlled Egyptian land. read more