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NehsiNehsi, ancient Egyptian explorer. Nehsi was the Nubian general. In service of Egiptian queen Hatshepsut he led famous expedition in land called Punt. A report of this voyage is left behind as a relief in Dayr al-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. See also *Explorations
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