Events with tag - Egyptian Empire

January 1, 1459 BC

Thutmose III Becomes Sole Ruler of Egypt

In 1458 BCE, Thutmose III assumed complete control of ancient Egypt following the death of his stepmother and co-regent Hatshepsut, marking the beginning of one of Egypt's most successful reigns. He would go on to lead 17 military campaigns and establish Egypt's largest empire.

January 1, 1280 BC

Ramesses II Becomes Pharaoh

Ramesses II ascends to the throne of Egypt at age 25, becoming the third pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty following the death of his father Seti I. His coronation marks the beginning of one of the longest and most prosperous reigns in Egyptian history.