Sky History unearths the secrets and reign of one of ancient Egypt’s most iconic pharaohs in “Ramses the Great: King Of Ancient Egypt.” This Monday’s episode, “A Great Reign Begins”, focuses on Ramses II life. His 67 year rule was one of dominance, intrigue and change.
Ramses II, who ruled from 1279 to 1213 BC, wasn’t just a powerful ruler. He was also a cultural innovator, a skilled diplomat, and, perhaps most notably, a master of self-promotion. The episode explores how Ramses II constructed monuments throughout Egypt, each one a testament to his power and a carefully crafted piece of propaganda.
Through cutting-edge scientific analysis and access to recent archaeological discoveries, “Ramses the Great” aims to separate the man from the myth. This episode reveals how Ramses II, the larger-than-life pharaoh, eventually became a caricature of his own carefully constructed image, an image that has endured for millennia. Tune in to Sky History this Monday at 9:00 PM to uncover the true story of this fascinating historical figure.
