Triumph of the Innovation Economy - Part 2

This article reflects on the ingenious techniques that enabled Ancient Egypt to achieve huge economic power and become one of the earliest civilizations to introduce architecture of a magnitude that we are still amazed by. It explores how the Egyptians utilized their advantage of the Nile River, and the precious asset of irrigation and the seasons, to maximize their economic wealth which was dominated by agriculture, but was also contributed to by various industries silk as carpentry, pottery, stonemasonry, glass production, metalworking, jewelry making, and more. Additionally, the article outlines the various inventions and contributions that Ancient Egypt made to human progress, such as the ships they manufactured, trade expeditions, the invention of papyrus, the use of sundials and water clocks to manage time, their advancements in hygiene and beauty, and even the invention of the world's first condoms! Throughout the article, it is clear that the Egyptians were inventors, innovators, and pioneers, all of which were reflected in their unique achievements that still impact our lives today.