2. Pharaohs Were Always Male
It’s a common misconception that only men could become pharaohs in Ancient Egypt. While most rulers were male, notable women like Hatshepsut and Cleopatra VII ascended to the throne and ruled with authority. Archaeological discoveries, including statues and hieroglyphic inscriptions, document their powerful reigns. These influential queens not only wore the royal regalia but also commanded armies and shaped Egyptian policy. As History.com highlights, women sometimes shattered the glass ceiling of their time.
