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who was one of the few women to rule Egypt, is best known for a huge trading expedition she sent to Punt as well as expanding the Egyptian empire using trade instead of war? Please help.

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Hatshepsut

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As pharaoh, Hatshepsut promoted trade with other countries. Her biggest trade expedition was to the African kingdom of Punt, at the southern end of the Red Sea. Over 200 men in five ships brought gifts and trade goods to Punt.
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