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Amanikhatashan

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Amanikhatashan was a ruling queen of Kush (c. 62-c. 85).[citation needed] Her proper title is Kandake. Her pyramid is at Meroe in the Sudan. She was preceded by Amanitenmemide (c. 50-62) and succeeded by Teritnide.

Amanikhatashan is famous for having sent her Kushite cavalry to help Titus during the Great Jewish Revolt in 70 AD.[citation needed]