Ramesses III - Behind the Myth of a Pharaoh

January 31, 2003
50 min
Season 22 - Episode 4: Ramesses III - Behind the Myth of a Pharaoh

Season 22 - Episode 4: Ramesses III - Behind the Myth of a Pharaoh

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Overview

Ramesses III is remembered as Egypt's last great pharaoh, but the truth was very different. With the help of papyrus that was never intended to survive, the dark workings of a pharaoh in crisis are revealed. It's a story of conspiracy, vengeance, and murder that belies the positive image of his reign that Ramesses III wanted future generations to believe.

Episode Information

TV Show

Timewatch

Season

Season 22

Episode Number

4

Air Date

January 31, 2003

Runtime

50 minutes