Queen Elizabeth II has reigned for longer than any other monarch in British history. In February 2017 she celebrated 65 years on the throne. Together with a full programme of engagements the Queen has also undertook many historic overseas visits. In 2011 Queen Elizabeth II became the first British Monarch to visit Ireland in 100 years.
Queen Elizabeth II was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor in London in 1926. She became Queen, on the death of her father George VI, on February 6th 1952. Her coronation took place on June 2nd 1953. She has reigned through a time of great change. Her personal popularity and public support for the monarchy remains high.
Queen Elizabeth II was born in the year 1926 On This Day.
Queen Elizabeth II