“En Hedu-Anna (CA. 2300 BC, Akkadian) World's first known female astronomer. Her scientific calculations are known to us through her distinguished poetry, which was recorded on cuneiform tablets.” ScienceWomenHistoryAstronomyHistory Of Science Book:Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality Source: Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality
“Kentake Amanerinas (60s-50s BC - ca. 10 BC) Ethiopian queen and defender of the Kingdom of Kush against Roman aggression. For 500 years there were female rulers in the ancient Kingdom of Kush (present-day northern Sudan).” CharacterWomenFreedomEmpowermentIndependenceGenderSelf DeterminationAfricaKush Book:Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality Source: Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality
“Cleopatra Metrodora (CA, 200-400 AD Greek) Her treatise entitled "On the Diseases and Cures of Women" earned her the distinction of becoming the first female medical scholar.” ScienceWomenHistoryMedicineHistory Of Science Book:Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality Source: Anonymous Is a Woman: A Global Chronicle of Gender Inequality