Nehsi
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Nehsi, ancient Egyptian explorer.
Nehsi was the Nubian general. In service of Egyptian queen Hatshepsut in 15th century BC he led a famous expedition to a land called Punt, whose exact location remains mysterious. A report of this voyage is left behind as a relief in Deir el-Bahri in Egypt.
Expedition was formed of five ships, each measuring 70 feet long, and with several sails. These accommodated 210 men, including sailors and 30 rowers.
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