Senusret III: Warrior and innovator

Khakaura Senusret III (c.1874-1855 BC), also known as Senwosret III or, in Greek, Sesostris III, was perhaps the most significant king of the Twelfth Dynasty – a line of already important rulers. There were many innovations in religion, culture, and art during his reign. The administration also underwent substantial change, so much so that the period after Senusret III’s rule can be considered a totally different phase in Egyptian history when compared with the early Middle Kingdom. The country became very centralised, with the largest and most important centres being Thebes, Abydos, and the Fayum region. Senusret III was the son of Senusret II and his wife Khenment-nefer-hedjet Weret