Guide Note:Hatshepsut was one of the most successful Pharaoh's of Egypt. She ruled Upper and Lower Egypt for 22 years. Hatshepsut is believed to have died from a blood infection, possibly from an infected molar. To some, she is the princess that found Moses in the river, although it is widely disputed by others.
Fast Facts:
- Pharaoh of Egypt
- 18th Dynasty
- Reign 1479 BC to 1458 BC
- Born-1508 BC
- Died-1458 BC
- 1997 massacre of tourists took place at the Egyptian Temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Luxor. 58 were killed.
