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The third ruler of the nineteenth dynasty, Ramses the second was born into Egyptian Royalty. The son of Seti the first, grandson of Ramses the first, his prolific 67 year reign included not only of nearly 200 children and numerous wives, but the creation of some of the most spectacular temples ever constructed in Egypt's long and eventful history.
His reign and achievements spawned awe from early Egyptologists, and therefore the Egyptian pharaoh was dubbed “The Great”. However, was Ramses II as great as the numerous writings and inscriptions made him out to be, or, were they just that, writings and inscriptions, written by a self propagandist out to make his mark on the world. As great as he may have seemed, his reign initiated the eventual decline of Egypt.
Though Ramses II was probably the most famous king in Egyptian History, his accolades and achievements do not compare with great kings of other dynasties. His supposed brilliant battle repertoire carved on any bare stone......

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