Video - Uncovering Cleopatra: The Greek Queen of Egypt

Did you know that Cleopatra, the famous Egyptian queen, was actually of Greek descent? Her family, the Ptolemies, were descended from one of Alexander the Great's generals, Ptolemy I Soter. Cleopatra was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, and she famously had relationships with Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Despite being Egyptian royalty, Cleopatra's ancestry was actually Greek, adding an interesting twist to her captivating story. What other surprising facts about Cleopatra do you think we'll uncover next? Let us know in the comments below!