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Archaeologists in Egypt recently uncovered an ancient fortress that was built along the historic military road referenced in the Book of Exodus.

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery on Oct. 11 in a release.

The fortress was found at the Tell El-Kharouba archaeological site in Sheikh Zuweid, a Bedouin town in North Sinai.

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The ancient outpost dates back to the New Kingdom period, which lasted from roughly 1550 to 1070 B.C.

At least 3,000 years old, the fortress was built during the time traditionally associated with the biblical Exodus.

Exodus 13:17 states, "When Pharaoh let the people go, God

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