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May 10, 2023 · Cleopatra was an intelligent leader who excelled at politics, diplomacy, communications, and building strategic allegiances. She ruled Egypt from 51 to 30 BCE.
- colin.mcevoy@hearst.com
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- Senior News Editor, Biography.Com
Feb 23, 2005 · The modern perception of the legendary Egyptian Queen Cleopatra as a beautiful and manipulative diva is opposed by a new study that suggests that the real Cleopatra was in fact far more respected for her intellectual prowess than for her physical beauty.
Oct 1, 2024 · While queen of Egypt (51–30 BCE), Cleopatra actively influenced Roman politics at a crucial period and was especially known for her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. She came to represent, as did no other woman of antiquity, the prototype of the romantic femme fatale.
- Joyce Tyldesley
- When her father, Ptolemy XII, died in 51 BCE, Cleopatra and her brother, Ptolemy XIII, coruled until she was forced to flee, about 50 BCE. Aided by...
- Cleopatra was charismatic and intelligent, and she used both qualities to further Egypt's political aims. She was also ruthless, reportedly killing...
- With the arrival of the conquering Octavian (the future Roman emperor Augustus), Cleopatra’s husband, Mark Antony, committed suicide under the fals...
Discover facts about the Egyptian ruler, Cleopatra who is celebrated for her beauty and love affairs with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Jul 14, 2016 · The bright mind of the Egyptian Queen. Cleopatra, at the beginning of her political career, did not speak Latin. However, it is possible that with time she started to learn it. Cleopatra knew the ancient Egyptian language, she learned how to read hieroglyphs, which was unique to her dynasty.
- Natalia Klimczak
Feb 18, 2023 · Cleopatra VII Philopator is best known as the Egyptian queen who seduced two influential, powerful men of Rome. History and Hollywood are littered with stories of first her relationship with Julius Caesar and the following epic romance with Mark Antony.
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Nov 9, 2009 · Cleopatra VII ruled ancient Egypt as co‑regent for almost three decades. She is famed for her savvy political alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
