Elisabeth de Valois was a French princess born on April 2, 1545, in Fontainebleau. She was the daughter of Henry II of France and Catherine de' Medici. In 1559, she married Philip II of Spain to strengthen the alliance between France and Spain. Elisabeth became the Queen of Spain and was known for her beauty and grace. Elisabeth's life was marked by political intrigue and personal tragedy. She had three daughters, but her marriage was strained due to Philip's infidelities. Elisabeth died on October 3, 1568, at the age of 23, leaving a legacy as a significant figure in European royal history.