The Story Of Ancient Egypt's Mysterious Queens | Lost Queens | Timeline

Published 2017-06-14
Historian, Joann Fletcher explores the hitherto downplayed role that women took in the running of state and, indeed, in shaping every aspect of life in Ancient Egypt. Perhaps unassumed by most, the ancient Egyptians were unique in their attitude to sexual equality with women holding the title of ‘Pharaoh’ no fewer than 18 times, while there were also female doctors, tutors, prime ministers and priestesses. Focusing on women of royalty such as Pharaoh Hatshepsut and Queen Nefertari, as well as women of high profession such as Lady Peseshet, the earliest female doctor known to the world, Fletcher reveals an ancient civilization unparalleled in its sexual equality.

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  • @TimelineChannel
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  • @paigeharms1991
    "She whose every command is carried out" Imagine that being written on your tombstone!!! What a freaking boss!!!
  • @ILPeachTea
    Queen Nefertari's tomb has got to be one of the best preserved ones. The paintings on the walls and ceiling are still so vivid. amazing.
  • I'm on my fifth video now of this woman's Egyptology series. Her undying enthusiasm for her field makes for a very entertaining and educational watch; you can really tell she loves this stuff even though she's probably researched and taught the subject for years and years.
  • @jackaleope
    the absolute beauty of the murals in nefertari’s tomb absolutely floored me, they are so uncannily vivid and bright for something so old. egyptian art is amazing and beautiful to me, it would be such a dream to see that in person.
  • @Aja-Christian
    This lady was my favorite type of professor in college; someone who looked a little unorthodox, and was not only knowledgeable but you could tell they were actually passionate about the subject matter as well. So even if it was a subject you weren't particularly interested in, the excitement in their voice still made you listen with mild intrigue.
  • If only Nefetari could have seen the beautiful tomb in which she lay. It made me tear up. He must’ve loved her so much
  • That tomb is way too beautiful and extremely well preserved to be over 3,000 years old. It almost looks like it was just recently done. I'm actually pretty stunned at how new and fresh it looks.
  • @rxndini
    This woman is not only an amazing educator and respectful to ancient Egyptians, but she’s so respectful to the Egyptians who live there now, even speaking arabic
  • @Makashaty
    I am Egyptian ...and I enjoy Joann's way of narrating ....Finally Our Queens stories are being told by another Queen
  • She gets so enthusiastic and excited about every little detail that it makes me smile. Clearly, this is something she loves.
  • Joann Fletcher is superb❣️ I love her commitment to the art of teaching. She has brought these women to life for us. They who are seen on ancient walls in palaces, on temples and in their final resting places are a magnificent example of strength, grace, beauty, knowledge and wisdoms of all leagues…Thank you Joann for your legacy of caring, and wrapping us in a shroud of awe and wonder. I am so grateful for you.☮️❤️🌠🙏✨
  • @starcrib
    I was recently in Egypt, and visited all the temples- especially Karnak- Hapsetshut- the Red Temple. A Most stupendous thing- Joann is absolutely perfect in her comprehensive understanding and deep intuitive knowledge of what really transpired in those ancient times. EXCELLENT COMMENTARY PRODUCTION AND FILM. 🌿🌐🌿
  • @TravelandBang
    This woman is hardcore, she wears a black suit in the Egyptian heat while narrating the documentary. Wow!
  • @28peruvian
    I wish more professors were as passionate about history as this lady is ....
  • @dr.strange7514
    The way this lady narrating everything so deeply and passionately is truly amazing.
  • @Patrick_Ray
    She’s my favorite person to watch for ancient Egyptian documentaries. Imagine being her and having all those memories and up close access ! Her and Mary Beard are true scholars you can tell by their passion. I’ve learned so much about Egypt from her !
  • Her little "wee" of excitement when they're about to carry her across the desert is just so wholesome. <333
  • Nefertari's tomb is absolutely amazing! Probably the best preserved of all Egyptian tombs as far as wall art.
  • @aGr3atD4y
    What an exceptionally informative, engaging and interesting documentary! Joann's own passion for this subject is contagious!