<P> This is an incomplete list for rulers with the title of Qore (king) or Kandake (queen) of the Kingdom of Kush . Some of the dates are only rough estimates . While the chronological list is well known only a few monarchs have definite dates . These include those leaders who also ruled Ancient Egypt and those who ruled during famous invasions or famous trade expeditions . The others are based on estimates made by Fritz Hintze . The estimates are based on the average length of the reigns, which were then shortened or lengthened based on the size and splendour of the monarch's tomb . The assumption being that monarchs who reigned longer had more time and resources to build their burial sites . An added complication is that in recent years there have been disputes as to which monarch belongs to which tomb . </P> <P> Dates are definite and accurate for the Kushite rulers of the twenty - fifth dynasty of Egypt, when Egypt was invaded and absorbed by the Kushite Empire . The dates also are certain for kings Aspelta, Arakamani, Nastasen, and for the Kandakes Shanakdakhete, Amanirenas, Amanishakheto, Amanitore, and Amanikhatashan . </P>

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