Elizabeth II | Brief Biography
Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II, born on April 21, 1926, was the Queen of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Realms from 1952 until her death in 2022. She was the longest-reigning monarch in British history and the world’s oldest reigning queen at the time of her death.
Elizabeth was born in London as the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, who later became King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. She was educated privately at home and began to undertake public duties during World War II, serving in the Auxiliary Territorial Service. In 1947, she married Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and they had four children: Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward.
Elizabeth became Queen of the United Kingdom upon the death of her father in 1952, at the age of 25. During her reign, she witnessed significant events in British and world history, including the end of the British Empire, the Cold War, and the rise of the United Kingdom as a major economic and political power. She also saw the advancement of technology and communications, which brought the monarchy into the modern era.
Elizabeth II was known for her strong sense of duty and her commitment to public service. Throughout her reign, she undertook numerous state visits and tours, promoting British interests and meeting with leaders and dignitaries from around the world. She was also a strong supporter of charitable causes, particularly those related to education, the arts, and environmental protection.
During her reign, Elizabeth also faced challenges, including the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the rise of terrorism, and the shifting political and cultural landscape of the United Kingdom. Despite these challenges, she remained a symbol of stability and continuity, and her popularity remained high throughout her life.
Elizabeth’s reign came to an end on September 5, 2022, when she died at the age of 95. Her death was widely mourned, and tributes were paid to her from around the world. She was succeeded by her son, Prince Charles, who became King of the United Kingdom as Charles III. 0 0 0.
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“Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022.” BBC News, BBC, 6 Sept. 2022, www.bbc.com/news/uk-54253590.
“Queen Elizabeth II: A life in pictures.” CNN, Cable News Network, 6 ***
N.B. The article originally belongs to the book ‘Brief Biographies of Eminent Monarchs‘ by Menonim Menonimus.
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