Egyptian Pharaohs

Hatshepsut was born 1458 BC in Ancient Egypt and was ruler for 21 years. Although there could have been two or three female pharaohs during the time, Hatshepsut is known to be the most successful. Her bloodline was impeccable as she was the daughter, sister, and wife of a king. Hatshepsut was a very lucky Pharaoh because many people admierd her. Her rein ended in January 16, 1458 B.C., when she died of bone cancer.

Khufu was second king of the 4th dynasty. He was born 2609 B.C. He was known as a cruel and wicked leader but the Westcar Papyrus describes Khufu as a traditional oriental monarch. He was good natured, amiable to his inferiors and interested in the nature of human existence and magic. He died in Giza, Egypt.

Cleopatra was born in Egypt and was part Macedonian. She was known as one of Alexander the Great's generals. Cleopatra embraced many of her country's ancient customs and was the first member of the Ptolemaic line to learn the Egyptian language. She built up the Egyptian economy, establishing trade with many other nations. She was a popular ruler among the people of Egypt because she embraced the Egyptian culture and because the country was prosperous during her rule. In 44 B.C., Julius Caesar was assassinated and Cleopatra returned to Egypt.