Thutmose III, often referred to as Thutmose III, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty, reigning from approximately 1479 to 1425 BCE. He is known for his military conquests and expansion of Egypt's empire to its greatest extent, earning him the title "Napoleon of Egypt." His reign marked a high point in Egyptian culture, art, and architecture, including the construction of numerous temples and monuments. Thutmose III's legacy includes a well-documented series of military campaigns and significant developments in trade and diplomacy.