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Name Main Title Dynasty Date Comment
Osorkon the Elder Pharaoh 21st dynasty fl. c. early-10th century BC Osorkon Akheperre Setepenre reigned c. 992 BC – c. 986 BC, and was the first pharaoh of Libyan extraction to rule Egypt. He was the son of Shoshenq, the Great Chief of the Ma.
Osorkon I Pharaoh 22nd dynasty reigned c. 922 BC – c. 887 BC He was the son of Sheshonk I and his chief consort, Karomat. Osorkon I's reign was long and prosperous and is known for many temple building projects.
Osorkon II Pharaoh 22nd dynasty reigned c. 872 BC – c. 837 BC The son of Takelot I and Queen Kapes. He ruled Egypt from Tanis. After succeeding his father, he faced a revolt from his cousin, Harsiese, who controlled Thebes. However, Osorkon II was able to unite Egypt after Harsiese's death. Further names include 'Usermaatre Setepenamun.
Osorkon III Pharaoh 23rd dynasty reigned c. 798 BC – c. 769 BC Usermaatre Setepenamun Si-Ese was a pharaoh of Upper Egypt based in Thebes. He was also a High Priest of Amun. He was a son of Takelot II and Queen Karomama II. During his reign, he defeated the rival forces of Sheshonk IV.
Osorkon IV Pharaoh 22nd dynasty fl. c. mid-8th century BC A ruler of Lower Egypt who was based in Tanis and therefore one of the 22nd dynasty pharaoh Shoshenq V's successors.

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