Ramses the Great's Horses: Companions in War and Peace

Ramses the Great is famous for his chariots at Kadesh, but what about the horses that pulled them? In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the vital role of horses in Ramses's military campaigns, their breeding, training, and care. They discuss the names of Ramses's personal horses, like "Victory in Thebes" and "Mut is Content," and how the pharaoh's bond with these animals was immortalized in temple reliefs and inscriptions. The conversation also touches on the broader significance of horses in New Kingdom Egypt—their introduction by the Hyksos, their status as symbols of power, and the logistics of maintaining a royal stable. Lucas shares insights from ancient texts, including the story of a horse named "Qedesh" that saved Ramses at Kadesh. This episode offers a fresh perspective on Ramses's reign through the eyes of his most trusted four-legged companions. #RamsesTheGreat #AncientEgypt #Horses #Warhorses #Chariots #BattleOfKadesh #NewKingdom #19thDynasty #Hyksos #VictoryInThebes #MutIsContent #Kemet #EgyptianCavalry #PharaohsHorses #History #FexingoHistory #NorthAfrica #AncientWarfare Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo