History Unveiled on Instagram: "How Psamtik I Brought Egypt Back to Power Psamtik I, pharaoh of Egypt’s 26th Dynasty, ruled from 664–610 BCE and restored Egypt after years of instability. With support from Egyptian elites and Greek mercenaries, he reunited the country, rebuilt major temples, and revived its cultural identity. His reign opened strong trade and military connections with the Greek world, helping Egypt rise again as a Mediterranean power. Psamtik I’s legacy lived on through his son