Pepi II

AncientEmperorEgypt-2284 — -2184

Pharaoh with the longest reign in history at 94 years.

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Quick Facts

Born

2284 BCE

Died

2184 BCE

Country

Egypt

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score44.9

Pepi II — Complete Timeline

2284 BC

Longest Reign in HistoryPolitical Action◆ Major

Pepi II ascended the throne as a child and ruled for 94 years, the longest verified reign of any monarch in history. His reign saw the consolidation of the Old Kingdom but also the rise of provincial power that contributed to its decline.

ReignLongevityOld Kingdom

Impact: regional

2184 BC

Collapse of the Old KingdomPolitical Action

Pepi II's death triggered the collapse of the Old Kingdom, as central authority weakened and provincial nomarchs gained independence. This led to the First Intermediate Period, a time of fragmentation and civil strife.

CollapseDeclineFirst Intermediate Period

Impact: regionaldestructive