Cleopatra VII

Last active pharaoh of Ancient Egypt

Cleopatra VII was the last active pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, ruling from 51 BC until her death in 30 BC. She was a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty, which was a Greek dynasty that ruled Egypt after the death of Alexander the Great. Cleopatra was known for her intelligence, beauty, and diplomatic skills. She was a skilled politician and strategist who was able to maintain Egypt's independence in a time of great turmoil....