Pharaoh and General
Ramesses III
He defended Egypt from fighters who came by sea.
- Years
- About 1186–1155 BCE
- We are not sure of the exact year.
- Time
- New Kingdom. New Kingdom.
- Where they ruled or lived
- Medinet HabuThebes
We are not sure: We do not know every homeland of the Sea Peoples.
Three facts
- 1His temple at Medinet Habu shows sea battles.
- 2He copied the grand style of Ramesses II.
- 3Egypt stayed independent while he ruled.
More to know
The Sea Peoples were groups moving around the Mediterranean. Near the end of his life, some people in the palace plotted against him. This kids' guide leaves out the grim details.
Places: Medinet Habu, Thebes.