The Forgotten Queens of History: Powerful female leaders often skipped in textbooks
Powerful female rulers have shaped history, yet many remain absent from textbooks.
Queen Zenobia of Palmyra
Ruled an empire in the 3rd century, defying Rome and increasing trade, but her name was hardly mentioned in history books. (Image Source: Pinterest)
Empress Wu Zetian of China
The sole female ruler of China as emperor, Wu Zetian's rule was a golden age of arts and administration, but she is no more in any textbook. (Image Source: Pinterest)
Queen Ranavalona I of Madagascar
Always famous for bravery and defending her kingdom against European colonization, she is frequently left out of world history lessons. (Image Source: Pinterest)
Cleopatra VII of Egypt
Always renowned for her diplomacy and intelligence, Cleopatra's successes are overshadowed by myths and romance. (Image Source: Pinterest)
Queen Amina of Zazzau
A 16th-century warrior queen of Nigeria, she expanded her kingdom and encouraged trade and defense worldwide. (Image Source: Pinterest)
