History Hit’s ancient history expert, Tristan Hughes, digs deep into one of Ancient Egypt's greatest treasures, a site that ranks among the world’s most impressive religious sanctuaries in both its size, splendour and importance. By the age of 22, he was leading the Egyptian army as their commander. His elder brother was first in line to succeed, and it was not until his death at the age of 14 that Ramses was declared prince regent.Īs a young crown prince, Ramses accompanied his father on his military campaigns, so that he would gain experience of leadership and war. Ramses II was 5 years old when his father took the throne. Ramses was named after his grandfather, the great pharaoh Ramses I, who brought their commoner family to the ranks of royalty through his military prowess. His family came to power decades after the rein of Akhenaten (1353-36 BC). Ramses II was born in 1303 BC to Pharaoh Seti I and his wife, Queen Toya. Here are 10 facts about the self-proclaimed “ruler of rulers”. Under his rule, the Egyptian kingdom flourished and prospered. The ostentatious pharaoh is best remembered for his exploits at the Battle of Kadesh, his architectural legacy, and for bringing Egypt into its golden age. 1279-1213 BC) was undoubtedly the greatest pharaoh of the 19th Dynasty – and one of the most important leaders of ancient Egypt.

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