Cleopatra VII (of Egypt)

Cleopatra VII was the last active ruler of Egypt’s Ptolemaic Kingdom, known for her intelligence, political skill, and beauty. She reigned from 51 BCE until her death in 30 BCE and sought alliances through relationships with influential Roman leaders like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony to preserve Egypt’s independence. Cleopatra was a skilled diplomat and strategist, aiming to restore Egypt’s power. Her life and leadership have become legendary, symbolizing both the grandeur of ancient Egypt and the complex interplay of politics, love, and empire in the ancient world.