Nur Jahan

Ruler of the Mughal Empire (almost all of modern-day Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and large parts of northern and central India) in the 1600s

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Sorqoqtani

Sorqoqtani, her sisters, and cousin were all part of a vital Kereit network, along with the few surviving princes who served in Ghenis Khan’s army, to support the remainder of their tribe within the grand khanate.

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Yohl Ikʼnal

Yohl Ik’nal – meaning Lady Heart Wind Place – was the first recorded Mayan queen, ruling from late 583 until late 604.

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