Cleopatr A Sibling Rivalry
We recently brought you part one of our list of little known facts about Cleopatra, the famous female ruler of Egypt. For instance, she may have poisoned her own brother, and been less beautiful than has been said throughout history. Here's part two of our list.
Number Eight: A Sibling Rivalry
Incest and murder attempts were a huge part of traditions back in the days of this ruler. Her first brother-spouse, Ptolemy XIII, drove her out of Egypt, and the pair ended up facing off in a civil war later on.
Number Seven: Cleopatra had a Mysterious Death
It's been said that she committed suicide. Other sources claim that she was bitten intentionally or otherwise, by a poisonous snake. We do know that she died some time around 30 B.C.
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Number Eight: A Sibling Rivalry
Incest and murder attempts were a huge part of traditions back in the days of this ruler. Her first brother-spouse, Ptolemy XIII, drove her out of Egypt, and the pair ended up facing off in a civil war later on.
Number Seven: Cleopatra had a Mysterious Death
It's been said that she committed suicide. Other sources claim that she was bitten intentionally or otherwise, by a poisonous snake. We do know that she died some time around 30 B.C.
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