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When did Pharaohs wear a blue crown?

Ask Amenophis:


	What does the word "Pharaoh" mean?

	When did Pharaohs wear a blue crown?

	Who was the first Pharaoh whose name we know?

Pharaohs wore different types of crowns for different purposes. The blue crown was small and thin and hugged the head, with a ridge in back. It was the "war crown", worn on military campaigns and whenever the Pharaoh wanted to emphasize his position as head of the military.