Queen Amanirenas
- In her culture, women were in control on earth and in the religious world.
- As Candace (or Kandake) of Kush (Nubia), she ruled from the palace and on the battlefield.
- When Rome demanded taxes from the Nubian people, she led the army into battle defeating the Roman soldiers.
- After losing an eye in battle, she was nicknamed the “One-eyed Candace” or “Warrior Queen”.
- She sent a bundle of golden arrows to Augustus Caesar as either a token of friendship or to be used in battle. A peace treaty was signed.
- The Roman army was impressed with the Kushite army’s determination and strength.
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