Egyptian Pharaohs
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Ramses II
Usually viewed as the most powerful pharaoh. Constructed many temples including Abu Simbel
Hatshepsut
Typically viewed as the most powerful female ruler of ancient Egypt. Had herself crowned pharaoh. Wore false beard, usually worn by kings.
Menes
United both Upper and Lower Egypt into one kingdom. The unification was symbolized through the double crown
Akhenaten
early ruler of Egypt who rejected the old gods (polytheism) and replaced them with Aten, the sun god(monotheism).
King Tut
restored the old religious practices back to polytheism. Tomb famous for being found in great condition
Khufu
Egyptian pharaoh who had the Great Pyramid constructed as his tomb
