Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022) was Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms from 6 February 1952 until her death in 2022. She had been queen regnant of 32 sovereign states during her lifetime and was the monarch of 15 realms at her death.

Jan 21, 2025 · Elizabeth II: coronation Philip, duke of Edinburgh, paying homage to his wife, the newly crowned queen Elizabeth II, during her coronation ceremony, Westminster Abbey, London, June 2, 1953. (more)

Sep 8, 2023 · Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history. Read about her young life, husband, children, grandchildren, death, funeral, and more.

Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022) was Head of the Commonwealth and the Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms from 1952 until her death in 2022. [1]Elizabeth became queen when her father, King George VI, died on 6 February 1952.At the time of her death, she had ruled longer than any other king or …

May 23, 2018 · Chart the unexpected rise and record-breaking reign of Queen Elizabeth II, which unfolded in the turbulent modern history of the English monarchy.

Queen Elizabeth II's Life and Reign The Queen ruled for longer than any other Monarch in British history, becoming a much loved and respected figure across the globe. Over 70 years, Her Majesty was a dedicated Head of the Commonwealth, linking …

Sep 8, 2022 · Queen Elizabeth II, who has died age 96 after the longest reign in British history, will be mourned around the globe as one of the last monarchs born to a classic age of European royalty, when...

Sep 8, 2022 · Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Find out more about The late Queen's role as Head of the Commonwealth... Feature Early life and education. Feature Queen Elizabeth II's hobbies and interests. Feature Queen Elizabeth II's Accession and Coronation. Feature Family life. Feature Queen Elizabeth II and the Armed Forces.

Sep 8, 2022 · The long reign of Queen Elizabeth II was marked by her strong sense of duty and her determination to dedicate her life to her throne and to her people.

Elizabeth II, in full Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, (born April 21, 1926, London, Eng.—died Sept. 8, 2022, Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scot.), Queen of the United Kingdom from 1952 to 2022. She became heir presumptive when her uncle, Edward VIII , abdicated and her father became king as George VI.