179: Sety’s Renaissance
Sety I (Part 1). A Repeat Appearance. In 1303 BCE, the old king Ramesses is dead after a brief reign. But now, for the first time in decades, a royal…
Interview: Rise and Rule of the Ramessids
Peter Brand (Parts 1 & 2) When Paramessu became Ramesses I, his ascent marked a "break" in many ways. Then, his son Sety I confirmed that legacy and expanded it…
Interview: International Mummy of Mystery with Dr. Peter Lacovara.
Ramesses I and Pharaoh’s Palace.Dr. Peter Lacovara is an experienced archaeologist, museum curator, and specialist in the palaces of Egyptian pharaohs. Since the 1980s Dr. Lacovara has been involved in…
178: From Nile to Niagara
Ramesses I (Part 2).Family, Regime, Remains. In 1304 BCE, King Ramessu (Ramesses I) rules Egypt. The new royal family is an interesting group, and we have a surprisingly detailed idea…
177: Sun Born
Ramesses I (Part 1). From hours 6-12, Ra continues his journey. The great serpent Apep returns, bringing an army of his followers. The sun god deals with those who have…
174: Horus in Rest
The Death and Legacy of Horemheb.Horemheb prepares for his next journey. The King commissions (or repurposes) a Memorial/Mortuary Temple on the west bank of Waset (Luxor). Then, he faces his…
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Update: December 2022 / January 2023
Oof. It’s time for a break. Due to various circumstances, I’ll be taking time off through January 2023 and maybe beyond. When I return, we will complete the reign of…
173: A Forgotten Campaign
To Vile Carchemish. In Year 16, King Horemheb may have led a "campaign of victory" to the far north. An artefact identified in the 1970s, but lost for decades, testifies…
172: Wise Like Thoth
Horemheb’s Favourite God.Throughout his life, Horemheb commissioned monuments and artifacts that honoured Djehuty (Thoth). As a courtier, then a King, Horemheb showed a certain favour towards this god. Why did…
