Kutir-Nahhunte III vs Nectanebo I

Kutir-Nahhunte III led a military campaign against the remaining Kassite forces in Babylonia. He defeated the Kassite king Enlil-nadin-ahi, capturing him and ending Kassite resistance.

Kutir-Nahhunte III completed the destruction of the Kassite dynasty of Babylon, which had ruled for over 400 years. He captured the Kassite king and brought the dynasty to an end, establishing Elamite dominance over Babylonia.

Following the defeat of the Kassites, Kutir-Nahhunte III established Elamite administrative control over Babylonia. He installed Elamite officials and extracted tribute, integrating the region into the Elamite Empire.

Nectanebo I overthrew the Persian-backed ruler and established the 30th dynasty, the last native Egyptian dynasty. He seized power after the death of Pharaoh Nepherites II. This marked the beginning of a period of renewed Egyptian independence from Persian rule.

Nectanebo I successfully repelled a Persian invasion led by Pharnabazus and Iphicrates. The Persian army was delayed by the flooding of the Nile and Egyptian defenses. The invasion failed due to poor coordination and the Egyptians' effective use of the terrain. This victory preserved Egyptian independence.

Nectanebo I began the construction of the temple of Isis at Philae, one of the most important religious sites in Egypt. The temple complex was expanded by later rulers and became a major center of the cult of Isis. This project demonstrated his patronage of traditional Egyptian religion.

Nectanebo I undertook an extensive building program, including additions to the temples at Karnak, Luxor, and Heliopolis. He also constructed a large naos for the temple of Amun at Karnak. These projects revived Egyptian monumental architecture after a period of decline.