New kingdom egypt

Assess the role and importance of Amenhotep 1 as a Pharaoh. It could be argued that Amenhotep 1 to a large extent played a fundamental role as pharaoh in Egypt between 1551-1542 B.C. However it could also be argued that other Pharaohs such as Ahmose I also had a crucial role in Egypt as he defeated the Hyksos in the wars. Amenhotep 1 performed successful military campaigns against Libya and Nubia, extending the territory of Egypt. Amenhotep …

…he defeated them which marked the beginning of the New Kingdom. Ahmose led campaigns to solidify the border in Syria in order to keep out a possible invasion from Nubia. Among the many other things he did, Ahmose may be best known for starting many building projects such as temples. Therefore one can safely say that Amenhotep 1 had a crucial role in Egypt, but other pharaohs such as Ahmose also had essential roles and importance.