Pakistan, March 8 -- History is often told through the stories of kings and warriors, but hidden within the annals of history lie the extraordinary tales of women whose strength and leadership shaped their eras. As International Women's Day approaches, we turn our focus to one such remarkable figure-Fu Hao. She was a queen of the Shang Dynasty that spanned from the 16th and 11th century BCE, and also the first female general and in Chinese history.

Imagine a woman living in a male-dominated society over 3,000 years ago, performing her duties as queen, general, high priestess, and mother simultaneously. Fu Hao was not just a marvel of her time-she was, and remains, a timeless inspiration.

Known for her military prowess and influential ro...