One faded photograph could prove Egypt’s first female pharaoh ruled like a king 5,000 years ago — and rewrite early Egyptian history
Researchers believe a digitally enhanced photograph of hieroglyphics could clarify Queen Meretneith's role in ancient Egypt. Discovered in the 1940s, the inscription may suggest she ruled as a king rather than merely as a regent. However, some Egyptologists dispute this interpretation, claiming it only references King Djer. The debate surrounding…
The Economic Times ·