Elizabeth I of England was the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, born on September 7, 1533. She became queen in 1558 and ruled until her death in 1603. Her reign, known as the Elizabethan Era, is famous for the flourishing of English drama, led by playwrights like William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe. Elizabeth I was known for her intelligence, political acumen, and strong leadership. She successfully navigated challenges such as the Spanish Armada in 1588 and maintained relative peace and stability in England. Her reign marked the rise of England as a major world power.