Psamtik II

GPTKB entity

Statements (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Egypt
gptkbp:artwork Statues and reliefs in temples
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Thebes
gptkb:Cultural_patronage
gptkb:Nubia
Economic reforms
Military reforms
Mediterranean trade
Military alliances
Promotion of arts and culture
Construction of temples
Religious reforms
Promotion of literacy
Influence on later dynasties
Strengthening of the central government
Involvement in regional politics
Development of infrastructure
Cultural exchanges with other civilizations
Construction of fortifications
Legacy in Egyptian history
Encouragement of trade
Diplomatic relations with Greece
Support for the priesthood
Military training reforms
Expansion of the navy
Cultural revival in Egypt
Promotion of Egyptian identity
Trade with the Near East
gptkbp:capital gptkb:Memphis
gptkbp:cultural_influence Influenced later Egyptian rulers
gptkbp:date_of_birth c. 610 BC
gptkbp:death_date c. 589 BC
gptkbp:descendant gptkb:Amasis_II
gptkb:Apries
gptkbp:dynasty gptkb:26th_Dynasty_of_Egypt
gptkbp:father gptkb:Necho_II
gptkbp:historical_period Late Period of Ancient Egypt
gptkbp:historical_significance Last effective ruler of the 26th Dynasty
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Psamtik II
gptkbp:known_for Building projects in Egypt
Strengthening the economy of Egypt
Military campaigns against the Nubians
gptkbp:language Ancient Egyptian language
gptkbp:mother Unnamed wife of Necho II
gptkbp:notable_burials gptkb:Saqqara
gptkbp:notable_event Strengthened alliances with neighboring states
Defeated the Nubians
Expanded military presence in the region
Reinforced trade routes
Restored temples
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:Necho_II
gptkbp:reign c. 595–589 BC
gptkbp:religion Ancient Egyptian religion
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Apries
gptkbp:title gptkb:Egypt
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Pharaoh_Necho_II
gptkb:26th_Dynasty_of_Egypt
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6