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Ramses II's Harem Conspiracy: The First Political Scandal
While Ramses the Great is remembered for his monuments and military campaigns, his later years were marred by a secret plot to usurp the throne. This episode explores the Harem Conspiracy of 1208 BCE, where the royal concubine Tiye attempted to place her son Pentawere on the Egyptian throne through assassination. We examine the judicial records from the Judicial Papyrus of Turin, which detail the interrogations of the conspirators, including court officials and palace servants. Unlike previous episodes that focused on Ramses' public power or divine status, this narrative dives into the…
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