Ramses II (the Great) was one of the most prolific builders of ancient Egypt. Hardly a site exists that he did not initiate, add to, complete, or build entirely himself. Some of the greatest ...

Was Ramses the Great rich? Adding wild oats to farming as a means of earning grain currency would make Ramses II the richest pharaoh of all time. His family reportedly spanned over 200 wives and ...

"Ramses was a great king who was a warrior ... he also managed to negotiate the first recorded peace treaty in world history with the Hittites. The once-hostile opponents promised to never ...

The University of Manchester is hosting a day school to discuss the scientific study of ancient Egyptian mummies, which will include the question, was the great Pharaoh Ramesses II a true redhead?

“It is another strong indication that the widely held belief that Ramses was one of history’s greatest generals – is completely wrong ... but with no territory gained. In fact he lost control of a ...