Om episode
Amenhotep I was the second Pharaoh of the 18th dynasty and had a solid military family background. He was never destined for the throne because he did have two older brothers Ahmose-Sipair and Ahmose-Ankh. Both died before they could take the throne. Amenhotep's mission and multifaceted purpose in life was to operate as a leader, defender, architect, governor, monarch, and divine intermediary between the people of Ancient Egypt and the deities they revered. He, like earlier Pharaohs, was commonly depicted in artwork and monuments, reinforcing his authority and the need for deference. As Pharaoh, he built buildings and monuments to mark the throne's and empire's wealth. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://ancientegyptianhistory.wordpress.com/2022/02/07/pharaoh-amenhotep-i/