1680s BC facts for kids
The 1680s BC was a time long ago, over 3,600 years in the past! During this decade, important things happened in ancient Egypt, and some famous people from history and legend lived their last years.
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What Happened in the 1680s BC?
Key Events in Ancient Egypt
During the 1680s BC, a new period began in ancient Egypt. This was the start of the sixteenth dynasty. A dynasty is like a family of rulers who pass down power from one generation to the next. This dynasty was part of a time known as the Second Intermediate Period in Egypt's long history.
People in Egypt also continued to make leavened bread during this time. Leavened bread is bread that rises, like the bread we eat today. They used yeast to make the dough bubbly and light. This was an important part of their daily food.
Important People of This Time
- Hammurabi was a very famous king of Babylon, a powerful city in ancient Mesopotamia. He is well-known for creating a set of laws called the Code of Hammurabi. These laws helped keep order in his kingdom. Hammurabi died in 1686 BC.
- Heremon is a figure from Irish legend. He is said to have been one of the first kings of Ireland. Stories about Heremon are part of ancient Irish history and myths. He is believed to have died in 1684 BC.
See also
In Spanish: Años 1680 a. C. para niños
