Women Pharaohs on the throne of Ancient Egypt [Seven days of history]
Ancient Egypt is one of the centers of human civilization. At the head of this huge state was the pharaoh. It is understood that this was a man, because even the feminine word «Pharaoh» does not exist.
And yet, in the history of Ancient Egypt there were periods when the reins of government took over the women, when powerful priests, military leaders, burnt palace intriguers bowed their heads before the woman and recognized her power over themselves.