Episode 4: Hatshepsut

The subject of today's episode is the longest reigning king of Egypt, Hatshepsut! For over twenty years in the late 1400's BC, Hatshepsut would make the unprecedented move to claim the throne of Egypt as a woman and heir to her father's throne. After ascension, ancient Egypt would become one of the most prosperous ancient civilization that had ever existed on Earth. In this episode, her accomplishments and her contributions to ancient Egyptian religion and culture are covered, and the reason for her successful rule is illuminated.

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