Ancient Egyptian Warriors (Tahtib)
Nile Valley Warriors
Ancient Egyptian warriors who created the world's earliest recorded stick fighting art Tahtib and Beni Hasan wrestling.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthAntiquity
EraAntiquity (2500 BCE–300 BCE)
Country of OriginEgypt
Rank / TitleTahtib & Beni Hasan Wrestling Heritage
Active Years2500 BCE–present
Biography
Ancient Egyptian soldiers and martial artists codified Tahtib stick fencing as early as 2500 BCE. Detailed tomb murals at Beni Hasan illustrate comprehensive wrestling and stick combat.