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Oldest recorded solar eclipse helps date the Egyptian pharaohs
Researchers have pinpointed the date of what could be the oldest solar eclipse yet recorded. The event, which occurred on 30 October 1207 BC, is mentioned in the Bible and could have consequences for the chronology of the ancient world.
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
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| Oct 30, 2017 | Oldest recorded solar eclipse helps date the Egyptian pharaohs by fanf2 | 152 | 80 |
