The life, reign, and legacy of Rameses II, one of the greatest pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Exploring dynastic history, military exploits, cultural influence, and architectural achievements, Dr. Campbell Price sheds light on Rameses II's mark on Egyptian civilization. From the colossal temple at Abu Simbel to the Battle of Kadesh, don't miss out on the fascinating discussion about his relationship with Queen Nefertari, his 66-year-long reign, and whether he was the true pharaoh of the bible Exodus.

0:00 - Rameses the ‘Great’
01:21 - The New Kingdom
02:34 - Rameses II's Succession: Born to the Purple
05:19 - Kings’ Lists
06:48 - Rameses II's Military Expeditions: Kadesh
9:23 - Rameses II’s Wives and Children
10:21 - Rameses the God?
10:59 - Nefertari in Rameses II’s reign
14:26 - The mummy!
15:20 - The Stripping of the Gold
15:46 - The Exodus and Rameses II: The Tyrant
17:08 - The First Egyptian Egyptologist - Rameses II’s Son
18:33 - Ghost story
19:22 - Rameses’ Legacy and the Spynx
19:43 - Rameses II’s Architecture
22:15 - Rameses’ Reputation
23:54 - Overshadowed by Tutankhamun
24:31 - Underwear
25:22 - Conclusion

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