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Faced with drought, the Pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt
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Faced with drought, the Pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt

Ancient Egyptian leaders increased their empire's grain production and crossbred cattle for resilience in an early effort to ward off climate disaster, a study shows. Even with preparation, however, the Egyptian empire ultimately collapsed.

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Faced with drought, the pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt
www.nytimes.com

Faced with drought, the pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt

Ancient Egyptian leaders increased their empire’s grain production and crossbred cattle for resilience in an early effort to ward off climate disaster, a study shows.
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