(1279 BCE-1212 BCE )
Ramses II was a commander and was able to become pharaoh. The Article named “Egyptian Pharaohs & Their Achievements” states that he got to play in that park because of his family's military strength. -Evelyn
He built the Ramessuem, a temple about his greatness. Inside was a library with over 10,000 papyrus scrolls glorifying Ramses ||. He also built a village called Deir el Medineh, where craftsmen built two tombs into the mountains. -Samantha
Ramses had great military strength. He fought many battles with the Hittites, and he eventually realized he could not win and signed a peace treaty to keep egypt from collapsing. - Evelyn
By: Eli R.
How long did you rule?
a. I ruled for 66 years, I was considered to be at the height of Egypts glory.
How did you rule?
a. I led the Egyptian army against several enemies including the Hittites, Syrians, Libyans, and Nubians. I expanded the Egyptian Empire and secured its borders against attackers.
How many children did you have?
I had 80 sons and 60 and I had a total of over 100 children.
Why did you have children?
I had so many children to strengthen my kingdom and to have my family stay in power when I die.
Why are you important?
I am important because when I was young I fought battles, and I led the Egyptian military when I got older.
What do you want to be buried with?
I want to be buried with many riches.
What year are you predicted to die?
In the 90’s
How old were you when you first commanded an army?
1. I was 14 when I first commanded an army.
9. What were you born as?
I was born as a commoner and was able to become pharaoh, because of my family's great military strength.
10. How many people did you marry?
I married 5 women. Nebettawy, Isetnofret, Meritamen, Maathorneferure, and Bintanath.