Why Is Cleopatra A Good Leader

Cleopatra was one of the most debated Egyptian rulers in history. She was intelligent, and a great tactician, who was dependable and reliable to her people and her empire. Her loyalty combined with her mental mastery allowed her to serve Egypt as the most influential female Pharaoh who ever lived.

The foundation for Cleopatra’s skill started as child, where she got her advanced education. She studied Greek literature, geography, history, math, philosophy, art, science, etc… Cleopatra also spoke eight other languages, including the language of her own people. This displays the intellectual basis she received, which helped mold her into a great leader. She used the military knowledge she learned through her father to reference other empires, like the Romans. On page 1, it says, “Cleopatra learned from her father, who taught her to carefully choose her allies as he had done with the powerful Romans.” Cleopatra’s education and experience was better than most …show more content…
She set long term plans to restore the territories of the Ptolemy Dynasty and to secure the dependence of Egypt. To achieve these goals, Cleopatra listened to the troubles of her people and cared for their well-being. Not only was she compassionate, but also she was also diligent and interactive. She acted as chief judge, supervised agriculture, managed industry, commanded the army and navy, and she carried on diplomacy with foreign rulers. Cleopatra stabilized the economy, and gave the people a ruler to rely on and look up to. Not only that, but her efficiency made her achieve more goals in a shorter amount of time. On page 3, it says, “Cleopatra at age 35 seemingly had achieved her strategic goals of restoring the old Ptolemy dynasty’s empire with herself and her children as rulers backed by Antony.” Cleopatra was very deserving of her power, and her title as