Ramesses X

AncientEmperorNew Kingdom Egypt-1111 — -1107

Weak pharaoh, Egypt losing Nubia.

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Quick Facts

Born

1111 BCE

Died

1107 BCE

Country

New Kingdom Egypt

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)42

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)50

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score37.2

Ramesses X — Complete Timeline

1111 BC

Construction of Tomb KV18Cultural

Ramesses X began construction of his tomb in the Valley of the Kings, designated KV18. The tomb was left unfinished and never used for burial, reflecting the instability and reduced resources of his reign.

Tomb ConstructionUnfinished

1110 BC

Loss of NubiaWar◆ Major

During Ramesses X's brief reign, Egypt lost effective control over Nubia, a key source of gold and resources. The withdrawal of Egyptian garrisons and administrative presence allowed local Nubian leaders to assert independence, weakening Egypt's southern frontier.

NubiaTerritorial LossDecline

Impact: regionaldestructive

Workmen's Strikes at Deir el-MedinaPolitical Action

During Ramesses X's reign, the royal tomb workers at Deir el-Medina went on strike due to delayed wages and food supplies. This labor action, recorded in ostraca, highlighted the economic decline and administrative failures of the late New Kingdom.

StrikeEconomic DeclineDeir el-Medina

destructive