Elizabeth Taylor portrayed her as a queen who seduced many great men. History shows her to be ruthless, but a generally well-liked, leader. Who was Cleopatra, the Queen of the Nile? Although she has been glamorized in the movies, books and plays, Cleopatra remains one of history’s most enduring figures. Her ability to maintain power while courting some of the great leaders of that time is remarkable. It tells of a woman who knew what she wanted and how to get it. On the Smithsonian Magazine website, there is an article about a fascinating discovery about Cleopatra, which has only come to light in 2007.
Cleopatra: Romance, intrigue and mystery
One of interesting facets about Cleopatra’s life was that she was able to seduce great leaders such as Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony. Cleopatra romanced with Caesar and had a child with him. She had three with Anthony. Her death has also been a source of intrigue and mystery. It is commonly believed that Cleopatra died from the bite of an asp. She apparently used the asp to commit suicide after Anthony was defeated in battle. She had previously ruled Egypt with her brother, Ptolemy XIII, until he died. She was last Pharaoh in Egypt.
Read More About Cleopatra: The Queen of the Nile
To read more about the life and romances of Cleopatra, read Smithsonian Magazine’s fascinating article. It is available at their main website. You can visit the website by logging on to http://www.smithsonianmag.com/.
National Archives, Cleopatra, Quincy Jones, Wrigley Field, Diane Arbus, the Phantom of the Opera
