Richard Bangs' Adventures with Purpose

Egypt: Quest for the Lord of the Nile

Special | 56m 51s | WETA Passport

Explorer and travel writer Richard Bangs sets off for an incredible adventure on the great Nile River to uncover the history, myths and culture of the lost crocodiles of ancient Egypt. From Alexandria and Cairo, to the pyramids at Giza and the Valley of the Kings, Bangs explores the way the river and its fearsome "Lord" molded a civilization.

Aired: 05/24/22 | Expires: 06/30/28 | Rating: TV-G

Distributed nationally by American Public Television

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