Cleopatra I Syra

Cleopatra I Syra was a queen of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire, married to its ruler Antiochus III the Great. She was of Syrian and Macedonian descent and played a significant diplomatic role during her husband's reign. Her marriage helped strengthen alliances with neighboring regions, especially Egypt. Cleopatra I was known for her intelligence and political influence, often acting as a counselor to her husband. Her legacy includes her contributions to the stability and diplomacy of the Seleucid realm, and she is remembered as a notable female figure in the ancient Hellenistic world.