What was one of the main achievements of Ahmose I during the New Kingdom?

Ahmose I is primarily recognized for his significant role in expelling the Hyksos and restoring native Egyptian rule, which marked the beginning of the New Kingdom period. One of his main achievements was indeed expanding Egypt’s borders through conquest. After defeating the Hyksos, Ahmose I established a more centralized and powerful state, leading military campaigns into Syria and Nubia. This expansion not only secured Egypt's borders but also allowed for the incorporation of new territories, contributing to Egypt’s wealth and influence during the New Kingdom.

In contrast, while the construction of significant monuments such as the Great Pyramid occurred in the earlier Old Kingdom, Ahmose I focused on military and political achievements rather than monumental architecture. Reviving trade routes and increasing agricultural production were important economic strategies, but they were outcomes of a stable, expansive empire rather than direct achievements attributed to Ahmose I himself. His military conquests laid the groundwork for the prosperity that would follow in the New Kingdom, making his achievements in expanding borders particularly notable.