August 8, 2020 • 28 mins
Cleopatra was charismatic and intelligent. She used both of those qualities to further Egypt's political aims. She was also ruthless, reportedly killing several family members in order to solidify her role in power. She allied with two of the most powerful men in Rome, creating a massive empire that would unfortunately crumble beneath her.
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