Egyptian Empire (New Kingdom)
RegionEgypt
Period1550-1070 BC
Peak Size1.6 million km2
Founded ByAhmose I
About Egyptian Empire (New Kingdom)
The age of the pharaohs greatest power. Ramses II ruled for 66 years and may have been the pharaoh of Exodus. Hatshepsut was one of the first female rulers in history. Tutankhamuns tomb was found nearly intact in 1922. Built the temples at Abu Simbel and Karnak. Collapsed from invasions, corruption, and priestly power struggles.
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