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Howard Carter

The archaeologist who discovered Tutankhamun's largely intact tomb in 1922 and led its excavation; he lived a further 16 years afterward, often cited as evidence against the curse claim.

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Theories & Explanations

  • Tutankhamun Curse Mundane Explanation

    Howard Carter supports Tutankhamun Curse Mundane Explanation — His own 16-year survival after the excavation, and death from an unrelated cause, is frequently cited as evidence against the curse claim.

Creatures & Figures

  • Curse of Tutankhamun

    Howard Carter is associated with Curse of Tutankhamun — The curse legend attached to his 1922 excavation of Tutankhamun's tomb.

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