Cambyses II, King of Kings (persia (antiquity)) : All Data

Cambyses II was the King of Kings who ruled over the Achaemenid Empire from -530 to -522. During his reign, he faced significant military challenges, including the Egyptian campaign. In -525, Cambyses led a successful invasion of Egypt, defeating the Pharaoh Psamtik III and incorporating Egypt into the Achaemenid Empire. However, his rule was marred by the failed expedition against the Oasis of Amun in -525, where his army suffered heavy losses due to a sandstorm. Despite these setbacks, Cambyses II is remembered as a powerful ruler who expanded the Achaemenid Empire and left a lasting impact on the region.