Ramses the II was born 1303 B.C. and lived till 1213 B.C. Ramses started ruling in his early twenties and Ruled for 66 years (reigned 1279 BC-1213BC). He was the third ruler of the 19th dynasty during the new kingdom and the second longest reign of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Ramses father was Pharaoh Seti I, His mother was Queen Tuya, and his grandfather was Ramses the I. Ramses II had an older brother, but shortly after his father had died his brother died when raamses was at the age 14 years. Leaving Ramses the II the heir to the throne. Ramses father raised him to be a military leader, and at the age of 10 he started leading the military troops. Around 1274 BC he led his military force in what is one of the most famous battle while Ramses reigned, The battle of Kadesh. Ramses the II nickname is "The Great ONe". In the fourth year of his reign, he led an army north to recover the lost provinces his father had been unable to conquer permanently. The first expedition was to overcome rebellious local dynasts in Southern Syria, to ensure a secure place for further decisions. In the eighth year of his reign, Ramses II again led military campaigns against the Hittie and successfully captured the cities of Dapor and Tunip, reaching where no Egyptian pharaoh had been since Thutmose III, almost 120 years ago. …show more content…
He also deployed a clever strategy to capture Sherden sea pirates who were attacking cargo-laden vessels. He also moved the capital of called Pi-ramesses. The reason for the shift in the capital was most likely because it was much closer to the Egyptian vassal states in Asia and to border with the hostile Hittie empire. Pi-Ramesses went onto become one of the largest cities on ancient Egypt and flourished for a century after the death of Ramses II. He also moved his kingdom from Thebes in the Nile valley to a new site in the eastern
Ahmose returned victoriously to Thebes. The work of his father and brother had finally been completed. Historical evidence has proven that that point in Egyptian history was perceived as the re-birth of Egypt into a unified country, led by one pharaoh, Ahmose I. Egypt had finally conquered the Hyksos and Ahmose I was the hegemony of Thebes. Excavations at Tell el-Dab’a reveal abandonment of the Siege of Avaris, which reveals
The battle of Kadesh was the climax of hostilities between Egypt and Hittite, however, the battle served as the end of Egyptian expansionism in Syria-Palestine. In year twenty one of Ramesses’ reign peace was achieved between Egypt and Hittite as evident from inscriptions at the Ramesseum, the Hypostyle Hall at Karnak and a Hittite tablet at its capital, Hattusas. In contrast to the early part of Ramesses reign, the quotation reflects the peace and prosperity experienced by both Egypt and Hittite during this period and the stability that continued throughout the reign of Ramesses. The treaty led to a formation of an alliance, a mutual defence pact and a promise of no further aggression. Trading improved with the reopening of Phoenician ports and removal of barriers to the Euphrates brought renewed trading opportunities. Diplomacy and marriages where used to maintain friendly relations between the two sides. Gifts were exchanged and Nefertari and the Hittite queen Pudukhapa exchanged correspondence and gifts of jewels as evident from letters. Further evident from letters is that in year thirty four of his reign Ramesses married a Hittite princess to strengthen Egypt-Hittite relations. This was followed by another marriage to
Ancient Egypt is a civilization that had many Pharaohs, but there’s two that stand out: Ramses II and Hatshepsut. These two were great, creative leaders and made Egypt a great and safe place to live in. Both were great leaders, but one is more impact with Egypt than the other. Ramses II was a better leader. Although Ramses lived many many years ago he still is inspired by leaders and many civilizations today and long ago. He is remembered for his power and leadership that came out of him when he was Pharaoh. Although he was young he had great and new ideas for Egypt. He was a great leader and protected his empire. An example of this is he would fight the people who destroyed other empires and he would fight beside his men in battle not giving up until they won.
Ramesses II, also known as Rameses and Ramses was the third Pharaoh of the nineteenth dynasty in ancient Egypt and arguably the most powerful ruler Egypt has seen. He led his civilization from 1279-1213 B.C.E. With a seemingly everlasting reign of around sixty six to sixty seven years, Ramesses aided Egypt in the ways of expansion and growth of power. Being born into royalty and prosperity, Ramesses was able to influence the politics and growth of his country at a very young age. Shortly after his death, Egypt’s new kingdom faced a decline in power and influence.
Both rulers earned their fame and association because of the large conquests completed under their reign. Ramses II has eight legendary military battles for which he earned fame (Kitchen 57). From the battle against the Sherden sea pirates to his three campagnes against Syria, he consistently returned a hero (Kitchen 40). During his reign, he succuessfully returned territories back to Egypt that had been taken by the Nubian and Hittite nations (Kitchen 48). It is believed that Ramses II had an army totaling 100,000 men, which is considered very formidable for this time period (Grimal 250-253).
Amenhotep IV better known as Akhenaten is one of the most interesting pharaohs to have ever ruled over Egypt (BBC). He changed his name to Akhenaton, which means 'the servant of Aten' early in his reign (ehistory). He came into power around 1353 BCE and stayed in power for 17 years (BBC). His wife was queen Nefertiti and they had six daughters, he also fathered king Tut (BBC). Akhenaten was a true visionary as he made revolutionary changes to the religion and art of Ancient Egypt.
Let’s start with Pharaoh Hatshepsut. This amazing pharaoh was the first girl pharaoh. This pioneer ruled during the new kingdom, otherwise known as the Golden age. She ruled from about 1473 B.C.E to about 1458 B.C.E. This pharaoh encouraged trade in Egypt and in other civilizations. She made her government stronger by filling her government with royal advisers. She also wanted the same respect that people gave to rulers that are men. Some fun facts about her is that sometimes she wore a fake beard and she shared her rule with male
Thutmose III BY: Ryan hurlbut Thutmose was a warrior king. He grew up with his father who died when he was young. He also grew up with his stepmother Hatshepsut.
I know that Ramses is the best because he won many wars and built many statues. Ramses was born in 1303 BC and died in 1279 BC. His father was Seti 1 and his mother was Tuya he also had one 1 brother. He was born in Ancient Egypt he was named after his grandfather Ramses 1. His brother was the prince and was next in line to become the Pharaoh but when Ramses brother died he was next in line. At fifteen he got married to Nefertari and Isetnofret, at the age 22 he started leading battles. When Ramses was 25 his father died and he became the new Pharaoh of Egypt of the 19 dynasty. He had 7 wives 48 and 50 sons, and 40 to 53 daughters! This was a lot a children back then. Then as life goes on for him every one loved him for winning all the wars,
Ramses spent the bigger part of his reign reshaping the Egyptians warfare tactics, and fighting the Hittites. At just the age of ten, Ramses became a military captain. When he took throne, he was a seasoned warrior. His most famous battle was the Battle of Kadesh. In this battle, Ramses, while drawing out plans
After Ahmose I took power he cut off the Hyksos capital Avaris from other strongholds. He led forces to conquer the city after four attempts. Over a three year siege of Sharuhen completed his victory over the Hyksos.
Ramses Ii was born in 1304 B.C.E., and was the oldest son of Seti I and grandson of Ramses I. He was 5ft 8 and had red hair. Ramses Ii didn't have royal blood. He had over 100 wives and more than 100 children. He then became an Egyptian Pharaoh of the New Kingdom {129001224 B.C.E.) He was the biggest monument builder ever. In fact Ramses II was built mor temples than any other pharaoh in history. Later, Ramses II was known as Ramses The Great. He died in 1213
It is his wars against the Hittites (from Hatussa) that have importance. Historical reports of these battles show that there was never a defined winner. Rasmusses ii himself talked of his own heroics in some of the wars but this could just have been part of a pattern of propaganda that some historians say are big characteristic of his reign. Eventually, after many battles with the Hittites, the two sides agreed what is thought to be the first Peace Treaty in history. Even this is unclear. The Hittite version of the treaty says that Egypt asked for peace, the Egypt version says the
I think Ramses the second was the great, because he got rid of the Hittites, of his construction, and he was the longest pharaoh in reign. When he went to war, he went to war against the Hittites, and he won the battle against them. He was the commander-in-chief when he brought the victory against the Hittites. He was also great because of his construction, he brought many amazing temples, such as the Abu Sibel temples, and he also built a museum called the Ramesses. Ramses the second was great because he was the longest reigning, he was in his reign for 66 years, which scientist put the title him the great because of that. Therefore this is why I think Ramses the second is the greatest Egyptian
Ramses watched the storyteller, a human dressed in colorful swaths of Tyné fabric, take a sip from an embellished bronze goblet before he continued, "The Edicts of Zephyr dictated peace between humans and demons. While the Immortal Prophet lives and for a quarter of a century after..."