The 5th Earl of Carnarvon in Egypt
Historic Moment
On November 4, 1922, the world's most
famous Egyptologist, Howard Carter, and
his benefactor and co-explorer, the 5th Earl
of Carnarvon, discovered the tomb of King
Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings,
near Luxor. This finding offered unparalleled
insights into ancient Egypt.
Historic Quote
Carnarvon asked, "Can you see anything?"
Carter replied: "Yes, wonderful things!"
These are the famous words of Howard
Carter at the moment when he discovered
Tutankhamen's tomb in the Valley of
the Kings.
LEFT: HOWARD CARTER, CENTER, WITH THE 5TH EARL AND HIS DAUGHTER;
RIGHT: THE TIMES FRONT PAGE REPORTING THE 1922 DISCOVERY
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