Why didn't the ancient Egyptians swim?

Eldest is learning about hieroglyphics and ancient Egypt.

"Did you know the ancient Egyptians didn't think they could swim?"

"That makes sense, actually." He's quite sceptical of 90% of what I say in a certain tone, "what with all the desert and stuff."

I couldn't believe my luck. He must've clocked my eyes lighting up, a slight twitch into a slight smile. I've got him hook, line and sinker here. Take it home.

"Na mate, they were in de nile."

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