Episode

He Discovered King Tut's Tomb And... Stole from It

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Bright Side
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Jun 20, 2026
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733
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Summary

Howard Carter, the archaeologist who discovered King Tut's tomb, is famous for uncovering the incredible treasures of the young pharaoh. However, there's a shady side to his story—he's also believed to have stolen some artifacts from the tomb. While Carter made history with his find in 1922, evidence suggests he pocketed a few items for himself. These artifacts later surfaced in various collections, raising eyebrows about his integrity. So, did he actually steal from King Tut? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices