Intef III

AncientEmperorMiddle Kingdom Egypt-2050 — -2040

Father of Mentuhotep II.

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Quick Facts

Born

2050 BCE

Died

2040 BCE

Country

Middle Kingdom Egypt

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)26

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)43

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score35.4

Intef III — Complete Timeline

2050 BC

Accession as Theban pharaohPolitical Action◆ Major

Intef III succeeded his father Intef II as ruler of Thebes. His reign was short, lasting approximately 10 years, during which he continued the 11th Dynasty's military campaigns against the Heracleopolitan kingdom.

AccessionTheban DynastyFirst Intermediate Period

Impact: regional

2045 BC

Military campaign in Middle EgyptWar

Intef III led a campaign into Middle Egypt, capturing the city of Asyut. This victory weakened the Heracleopolitan kingdom and brought the Thebans closer to final reunification, though Intef III died before achieving it.

Military CampaignAsyutReunification

Impact: regional