Hatshepsut: Egypt’s Trailblazing Female Pharaoh

Scene from a historical documentary: Hatshepsut stands confidently atop the grand steps of her temple at Deir el-Bahari, dressed in full pharaonic regalia including the false beard of kingship. As the camera slowly pans upward from her sandaled feet to her regal face, officials bow deeply before Egypt's female pharaoh. In the background, architects gesture toward ambitious temple designs while traders present exotic goods from Punt, showcasing how this revolutionary ruler expanded Egypt's influence in 1472 BCE.