Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley, was a 16th-century Irish pirate and chieftain from Connacht. Born around 1530, she was the daughter of the chieftain of the O'Malley clan. Gráinne Mhaol became famous for her seafaring skills and leadership, commanding a fleet of ships and engaging in piracy along the west coast of Ireland. She is often celebrated for her defiance against English rule during the Tudor conquest of Ireland. Gráinne Mhaol met with Queen Elizabeth I to negotiate the rights of her people and secure her family's lands. Her legacy endures as a symbol of resistance and strength in Irish history.