Events with tag - Thutmose Iii

January 1, 1479 BC

Hatshepsut Becomes Egypt's Female Pharaoh

In 1478 BCE, Queen Hatshepsut ascended to the throne of ancient Egypt following the death of her husband Thutmose II, becoming one of history's most remarkable female pharaohs. Initially serving as regent for her young stepson Thutmose III, she gradually assumed full pharaonic powers.

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.

April 19, 1458 BC

Battle of Megiddo

The Battle of Megiddo in 1457 BCE marked the first reliably documented battle in world history, where Pharaoh Thutmose III led Egyptian forces against a coalition of 330 Canaanite cities, resulting in a decisive victory that established Egyptian dominance in the Levant region.