Famous Egyptians Pharaohs

Ramses II Ruled for over 60 years, lived until his 90’s Over a hundred children, many wives Most famous wife—Nefertari—beautiful, art found in tomb More temples and statues to Ramses than any other pharaoh

Tutankhamun Took power before ten, died by 19 Most likely broken leg, then infection Famous because of tomb found untouched—Howard Carter, 1922 Curse of the mummy’s tomb?

Hatshepsut Only female pharaoh with real power Raised like a boy, took over when father died Peace and more trade during her rule Married, then husband became ruler

Cleopatra Stories of incredible beauty Hooked up with Caesar, then helps assassinate him Marries Marc Anthony—twins Remembered for helping unite Egypt and Rome