Cleopatra Was Not of Egyptian Descent
Cleopatra, often associated with ancient Egypt, had a heritage that traced back to Macedonian Greece rather than native Egyptian roots. Her ancestors had taken control of Egypt years before her birth, and she was the first to fully embrace Egyptian culture and language.
Despite being born in Egypt, Cleopatra broke from the Greek tradition within her family to become a true Egyptian ruler, marking a significant shift in her family’s legacy.
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