Ramses the Great: King of Ancient Egypt

In 1323 BC, Egypt was still in the chaos left by Akhenaten's attempted religious revolution when his son, the young king Tutankhamun, died without issue. The 18th dynasty came to an end in a state of disorder and confusion.

Upon Horemheb's demise, Paramessou ascended to the throne of Egypt, under the name of Ramsses I. However, his rule proved to be brief.

Seti I was still in his prime when he died unexpectedly in 1279 BC. Despite the brevity of his 10-year reign, it proved brilliant, giving Prince Ramsses ample time to perfect his education for his future role as king.

After reigning for just five years, Ramsses the Great had already earned the distinction of being the most feared and respected among warrior pharaohs.

Ramsses, now revered as 'Ramsses-great-in-victories', had ascended to the status of a veritable living god, celebrated not only within his borders, but far beyond.

During his remarkable 67-year reign, Ramsses, a pharaoh among the greatest, fortified his borders, established peace with neighbouring kingdoms, and erected unparalleled temples.