Ranavalona II

thumb|Queen Ranavalona II, Ranavalona II (1829 – 13 July 1883) was Queen of Madagascar from 1868 to 1883, succeeding Queen Rasoherina, her first cousin. She is best remembered for Christianizing the royal court during her reign. Quotes God made me a woman, still, when anyone attempts to seize that which He has given me, and the country which my ancestors conquered is threatened, then I feel strong to go forth as your leader, for I should feel ashamed…if I did not protect what God had entrusted to me. Queen Ranavalona II of Madagascar,Aug 21, 2024,by Simonetta Carr Quotes about Ranavalona II I should think the queen was about 45 years of age, with a dark olive complexion, and a face full of kindness and benevolence. She was very queenly, and dressed in a gray shot-silk dress, and a silk lamba fell negligently from her shoulders. Her hair was black, and beautifully arranged; 'crown she did not wear', but from the hair at the top of her head there depended the long fine gold chain ending in a gold tassel, which only the queen can wear;A European visitor to the court of Ranavalona II in 1873 Ranavalona II facts for kids,18 October 2024,Kiddle Encyclopedia. External links Category:Politicians from Madagascar Category:Monarchs Category:1829 births Category:1883 deaths Category:Women from Madagascar