09/09/2022
QUEEN ELIZABETH 11
Introduction: A brief overview of who Queen Elizabeth II is and her achievements.
Queen Elizabeth II has been the monarch of Britain for over sixty years, presiding over a period of immense change in her country and beyond. Under her reign, colonialism came to an end, the Cold War ended, and Britain emerged as a leading global power. Elizabeth is also known for her tireless advocacy of causes close to her heart, such as environmentalism and animal welfare. Recent years have seen Queen Elizabeth become well-known for her love of technology โ particularly social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram โ with a large global audience that continues to grow year on year. Her popularity among both British citizens and those abroad remains high, making her one of the most popular royals in history.
Early life and family background: Information about the queen's early life and what led to her becoming monarch.
Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926, in London, England. She was the first child of Prince Albert, Duke of York (later King George VI), and his wife, Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. Her father acceded to the throne in 1936, at the age of 10, making her heir presumptive to the throne. On June 2 1953 she married Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh; they have four children: Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward. In 2015 she became Britainโs longest-reigning monarch and the worldโs oldest reigning monarch after the death of Saudi Arabiaโs King Abdullah.
Coronation and reign: Highlights from the queen's coronation in 1953 and her 64 years on the throne.
The significance of the queen's coronation in 1953 was immense, as it marked the start of her reign as Queen Elizabeth II. The ceremony was attended by members of both the British and Commonwealth royal families, as well as a large number of dignitaries from around the world.
Highlights from the queen's 64 years on the throne have included a wealth of achievements and accomplishments. These have ranged from her role in promoting peace and reconciliation after World War II to her work on behalf of women and young people throughout her country and empire.
Despite facing a number of challenges during her reign โ including various terrorist attacks โ Queen Elizabeth II has continued to be popular with British citizens, especially those aged 65 or over. This is likely due to her down-to-earth approach, sense of humour, and commitment to Commonwealth unity and mutual understanding.
As Queen Elizabeth II nears the end of her time on the throne, she will leave behind a legacy that will be remembered for many years to come. Her tireless work on behalf of Britain and its people will be remembered fondly, while also marking an important stage in female political history
Later years: An update on the queen's current activities, health, and thoughts on retirement.
The queen has been very active in her later years, continuing to travel and attend events both domestically and abroad. Her health is good, although she does suffer from occasional pain due to arthritis. She is still able to carry out most of her royal duties, despite her age, and continues to be a valuable member of the royal family.
The queen's relevance and respect have continued to grow throughout her later years, partly due to the public's affection for her and her ability to remain grounded despite growing older. Her thoughts on the future of the monarchy are positive, believing that it will continue long after she is gone.
The queen enjoys spending time alone with family or reading magazines or newspapers; some say that she prefers this lifestyle over court appearances. She also enjoys gardening and watching historical dramas on television.
Despite being quite busy, the queen still finds time for relaxation: for example, by taking walks in Hyde Park or playing golf at one of her favourite courses near Windsor Castle. And like any grandmother, she dotes on her grandchildren!
Although many aspects of life within the royal family change with time (most notably Crown Prince Charles' role), Queen Elizabeth II remains an important figure who continues to serve as an inspiration to generations of Britons
