DYNASTY 1

(c. 3100–2890 BC)

First dynasty of the Archaic or Early Dynastic Period. Stated by Manethoto comprise eight kings of Thinis, the dynasty was founded by the legendary Menes, the first king of united Egypt. All can be identified from later king lists. The royal seal of Dynasty 1, recently discovered at Abydos, confirms the order of the first five kings beginning with Narmer, who may be identified with Menes. The kings were buried at Abydosand their high officials at Saqqara.