Wars and Battles

Pharaoh Thutmose III and the Battle of Megiddo

The 18th Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose III waged the Battle of Megiddo against the prince of Kadesh and his allies.

Battle of Kadesh

The Battle of Kadesh was fought between Egypt under Ramses II and the Hittites.

Pelusium

At Pelusium the invincible army of Sennacherib met defeat at the teeth of rodents.

Ancient Egyptian Chariot Making

An article on the development of the Egyptian chariot says that it was lightweight probably because of a shortage of Egyptian timber. Egyptian chariot innovations include fixing the squeaky wheels and making the driver stand.

Neolithic Warfare

Article from the Quarterly Journal of Military History, by Arther Ferrill, on the origins of war and the development of weaponry.

Pharaoh Thutmose III - the Napoleon of Ancient Egypt

A long, illustrated article using a wide variety of sources.