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Thutmose III was one of Ancient Egypt’s greatest rulers! **His reign was delayed because of his age so Hatshepsut took over for a while.** When he finally could reign, he became a very skilled warrior and won many battles. Almost 350 cities were captured during his reign! Thutmose III was the sixth ruler of the 18th dynasty. His father Thutmose II died when Thutmose III was only 12. **His stepmother was Hatshepsut who was Thutmose’s regent. A __regent__ is a person selected to act as a ruler because the other ruler is a minor.** In Thutmose III's last year of his life he appointed his son his regent. Thutmose III died in 1426. His tomb was looted by grave robbers, but his mummy was discovered in 1889. Scientists can tell from his body that he was a rather small man, about five- foot- three. Thutmose III erected granite obelisks; one is in New York City in Central Park. They are referred to as Cleopatra's needles. Thutmose III's name was written on many amulets which were thought to bring power and protection for the wearer. When Thutmose was twelve Thutmose II died. That meant it was time for Thutmose III to be the Pharaoh. At that time Thutmose III was still twelve. He was too young to rule. Hatshepsut was Thutmose III’s regent so she took over until he grew up. When Hatshepsut died Thutmose III took over. Thutmose III ruled for about 54 years including Hatshepsut's reign. **//He indeed was one of the most skilled warriors!//** During Thutmose III's reign almost 350 cities were captured. He also led 16 military raids into the Middle East. His campaigns in Asia extended to the borders of the empire to the Euphrates River. One of Thutmose III's greatest accomplishments was the defeat of a large group of Canaanites at the battle of Megiddo. One the way home from one of his battles he hunted Elephants to eat! Thutmose III built many temples and monuments to commemorate his deeds. Thutmose III was one of the greatest military leaders to live in Ancient Egypt. When Thutmose III took over after Hatshepsut's death he won many battles and captured many places! He ruled for almost 54 years including Hatshepsut's reign. In 54 years he took over almost 350 cities. He also defeated a large group of Canaanites at the battle of Megiddo! He built many temples and monuments to celebrate his victories! He was one of the strongest military leaders in Egypt. If I lived in his empire I would feel safe and protected. I think that's why Thutmose III is so famous!

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