The Achievement And Accomplishments Of Hatshepsut

Hatshepsut, the female pharaoh who ruled Egypt for nearly two decades during the start of the New Kingdom in the 18th dynasty, has been a subject of fascination for historians for centuries. Yet, despite her numerous accomplishments and innovative policies, her achievements have been widely under-estimated, and her legacy largely overshadowed by the accomplishments of her male successors. From the ambitious expeditions to the Land of Punt, to the construction of the magnificent Temple of Deir el-Bahari, Hatshepsut's reign was marked by remarkable feats of leadership and vision. By examining the historical context of her reign, the scope of her building projects, and the impact of her rule on Egyptian society and the wider world, we will

Her ability to obtain such valuable goods suggests that she was able to maintain a strong economy and trade relationships with other regions, which would have contributed to the prosperity and stability of her kingdom. Her successful expedition caused her to gain the popularity and respect she earned from the people of Egypt. According to the author and Egyptiologist, “Hatshepsut was rewarded with the respect of her people for pulling off one of the most daring feats an Egyptian king could perform.” After Punt, Hatshepsut was met with respect from her people. She was often overlooked because she was a woman ruling Egypt, a pharaoh, during a time when men could only hold that title. No longer needing to prove herself, she embraced herself as a pharaoh, and in later life, many pharaohs would be inspired by Hatshepsut’s expedition, and would follow her

Fortunately, we collected enough evidence to know her legacy was carried on and still remembered, today. After her death, many of Hatshepsut’s monuments and statues were destroyed, as well as her tomb and many temples broken into. Fortunately, they did not destroy everything, considering we know of Hatshepsut today. According to Mark Joshua, "The reign of Queen Hatshepsut lasted 22 years and in that time she was responsible for more building projects than any pharaoh in history…she led military expeditions against the neighboring countries of Syria and Nubia. She sent expeditions to the land of Punt…each manned with 210 sailors and 30 rowers." Her achievements do not go unnoticed, and historians to this day believe her trading, expeditions, and building projects during a time of “peace and prosperity” were major accomplishments that influenced the later pharaohs after her. Hatshepsut’s “influence throughout Egypt, though brief and limited only to her reign, must have been profound. The considerable number of temples, tombs, and monuments constructed at her command would have provided work for many of her subjects…” Her legacy continues to influence us today by serving as an inspiration for women in leadership roles and for those who seek to leave a lasting impact on their society. Her success as a female pharaoh in a time when women were not traditionally allowed to rule