Queen Tausret of Egypt remains one of the most fascinating figures from ancient Egyptian history. She was the last ruler of the Nineteenth Dynasty and one of the […]

Matilda of Tuscany was a force to be reckoned with in medieval Europe. Born around 1046, she became a powerful feudal margravine, ruling a vast territory in northern […]

Zenobia of Palmyra is one of history’s most intriguing figures. Born around 240 CE in present-day Syria, Zenobia wasn’t just any ruler; she was a formidable queen who […]

Arsinoe II of Egypt was no ordinary queen. Born around 316 BC, she carved out a remarkable place for herself in the tumultuous world of Hellenistic Egypt. She […]

Julia Avita Mamaea, a fascinating figure in Roman history, played a crucial role during the reign of her son, Emperor Alexander Severus. Born around 190 AD in Emesa, […]

Neithhotep, an ancient Egyptian queen consort, ruled during the early First Dynasty and has puzzled historians for years. Initially mistaken for a male ruler due to the grandeur […]

The Viking Age is often depicted as a time of fierce warriors and grandiose raids, but the story of Viking women is equally compelling and deserving of attention. […]

Irene of Athens stands out as a captivating figure in Byzantine history, achieving the remarkable feat of being the first woman to rule the Eastern Roman Empire independently. […]

Queen Seondeok, the first female ruler of Silla, one of Korea’s Three Kingdoms, fascinates history enthusiasts with her remarkable reign from 632 to 647. She broke gender barriers […]