Pepi II

Pepi II, was the fifth king of the 6th dynasty (c. 2305–c. 2118 bce) of ancient Egypt, during whose lengthy reign the government became weakened because of internal and external troubles. Late Egyptian tradition indicates that Pepi II acceded at a young age. Contemporary texts record his 62nd and 65th years. Pepi II was a son of Pepi I and was born late in his father’s reign. While still very young, he succeeded his half-brother...