Cleopatra II

AncientEmperorPtolemaic Kingdom-185 — -116

Queen who led a rebellion against her brother.

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Quick Facts

Born

185 BCE

Died

116 BCE

Country

Ptolemaic Kingdom

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)38

Total Score44.2

Cleopatra II — Complete Timeline

132 BC

Rebellion Against Ptolemy VIIIWar◆ Major

Cleopatra II led a popular revolt against her brother-husband Ptolemy VIII, seizing control of Alexandria and ruling as queen. The rebellion lasted several years and involved a brutal civil war that devastated the kingdom.

Civil WarRebellionFemale Rule

Impact: nationaldestructive

124 BC

Reconciliation with Ptolemy VIIIPolitical Action◆ Major

After years of civil war, Cleopatra II reconciled with Ptolemy VIII and returned to Alexandria as co-ruler. The peace agreement restored stability but left Cleopatra III as the dominant figure in the court.

Peace TreatyCo-RulershipReconciliation

Impact: nationalconstructive

116 BC

Regency for Ptolemy IXPolitical Action

After Ptolemy VIII's death, Cleopatra II served as regent for her son Ptolemy IX, but was soon overshadowed by Cleopatra III. Her influence waned, and she died later that year.

RegencySuccessionCleopatra III

Impact: national