James Henry Breasted

James Henry Breasted was a pioneering American archaeologist and Egyptologist who studied ancient civilizations, especially Egypt. He founded the University of Chicago’s Oriental Institute, advancing the understanding of ancient history through excavation and research. Breasted translated key Egyptian texts, such as the "Ancient Records of Egypt," and emphasized the importance of archaeology in understanding human history. His work helped connect the stories of early civilizations and laid the groundwork for modern studies of ancient Egypt and the broader ancient Near East.