174: Horemheb, Death and Legacy

The Death and Legacy of Horemheb (c.1305 BCE). Horemheb's reign ended after some 27-years of rule, though this is debated fiercely among historians. His latter-day achievements include an unorthodox approach to building his Memorial Temple, as well as an innovative and spectacular royal tomb. Ultimately, the King reached the end of his reign, leaving a legacy that deserves greater attention...

• Date: c.1305 BCE.
• Intro music and interludes: Luke Chaos.
• Additional interludes: Keith Zizza.
• Outro music: Ancient Lyric.
• Logo image: Horemheb before Anubis, from his royal tomb KV57. Painting by Lancelot Crane, public domain (MMA).
• Read the excavation report for Horemheb/Ay's Memorial Temple at The University of Chicago.