Description: (Pharaoh, Sovereign)
Ramesses I was the first pharaoh of Egypt's 19th Dynasty, bridging the late 18th Dynasty to establish a foundation for the powerful rulers that followed. His brief reign played a pivotal role in transitioning from the stability of his predecessor, Horemheb, to the influential rule of his descendants, most notably his son Seti I and grandson Ramesses II. Ramesses I's legacy set the stage for the long-lasting impact of the pharaohs of the 19th Dynasty on Egypt's history.