Similarities And Differences Between Two Pharaohs

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What are some similarities and differences between two pharaohs? In this paragraph I will tell you some similarities and differences between two pharaohs called Hatshepsut and Ramses II. Both Pharaohs had similar things in common. For example, Hatshepsut had a spouse and Ramses II also had a spouse. However, they differed in this because Hatshepsut had one spouse and Ramses II had more than one spouse. Additionally, another similarity both pharaohs possessed was related to ruling the same kingdom. Hatshepsut ruled the New Kingdom. Ramses in the same manner also ruled the New Kingdom. In contrast to Ramses II and Hatshepsut were different because Hatshepsut ruled by promoting trade and Ramses II ruled by being a military leader and master builder.

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