Queen Elizabeth the second, born Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, is the current Queen of the United Kingdom and the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She was born on April 21, 1926 in London, England, the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, who later became King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.
In this article, we will examine her life, reign, and legacy, as well as some of the key events and milestones of her long and distinguished reign.
Queen ElizabethBio/Wiki
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Elisabeth Alexandra Maria |
| Nickname(s) | • Lilibet • Kohl |
| Profession | Queen of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and Head of the Commonwealth |
| Reign of Queen Elizabeth II | • Elizabeth became Queen after her father, King George VI, died on February 6, 1952. • Her coronation took place on 2 June 1953, after which she officially became Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth kingdoms. • She was Queen of 7 independent Commonwealth countries including the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). |
| Physical stats and more | |
| Height | in centimeters– 161 cm in meters– 1,61 m in feet and inches– 5’ 3” |
| weight approx.) | in kilograms– 55 kg in pounds– 121 pounds |
| eye color | Blau |
| Hair color | Grau |
| Career | |
| coronation date | June 2, 1953 (Tuesday) |
| Awards, royal titles and styles | • Won a BAFTA Honorary Award for Advancement to the Film Industry on April 4, 2013 • Titled Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth of York from 21 April 1926 to 11 December 1936. • Titled Her Royal Highness The Princess Elizabeth from 11 December 1936 to 20 November 1947. • Trägte vom 20. November 1947 bis 6. Februar 1952 den Titel „Her Royal Highness The Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh, Countess of Merioneth and Baroness Greenwich“. • Titled Her Majesty The Queen from February 6, 1952 to September 8, 2022. |
| Personal life | |
| birth date | April 21, 1926 (Wednesday) |
| Place of birth | 17 Bruton Street, Mayfair, London, United Kingdom |
| date of death | September 8, 2022 (Thursday) |
| Place of death | Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire in Schottland |
| Age (at time of death) | 96 years |
| cause of death | She died peacefully. |
| Star sign | Trails |
| Signature | |
| nationality | British |
| hometown | London, England |
| School | She was homeschooled. |
| Religion/religious beliefs | In her annual Christmas broadcasts, the Queen spoke frequently of the comfort and serenity that Jesus Christ's teachings brought her and demonstrated her faith in Christianity. In her 2014 Christmas message, she reflected on the lessons she learned from Jesus Christ and praised him as a "Prince of Peace." She went on to describe him as a paragon of reconciliation and forgiveness, stretching out his arms in love, acceptance and restoration. The Queen cited Christ's example as a source of inspiration and stability in her own life, stressing that it taught her to honor and value people of all faiths and backgrounds. |
| blood type | O+ |
| eating habits | Not a vegetarian |
| hobbies | Watch football matches, sports competitions, horseback riding |
| controversy | In October 1997, Queen Elizabeth and her husband Philip traveled to India where they visited the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in Punjab to pay their respects to the victims of the tragic incident that occurred there in 1919. The Queen's failure to speak up for apologizing for the massacre angered many Native American groups and led to protests with slogans such as "Killer Queen, go back". Despite the tense atmosphere, the Queen and Prince Philip continued with the wreath-laying ceremony and stood in a 30-second moment of silence. As a result, the protests were eventually halted. |
| relationships & more | |
| Marital status (at time of death) | widow |
| affair/relationship | Philip Mountbatten (1939-1947) |
| wedding date | 20. November 1947 |
| Family | |
| husband/spouse | Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (died 9 April 2021) |
| Kinder | sons– Charles Philip Arthur George (Prinz von Wales) Andrew Albert Christian Edward (Herzog von York) Edward Antony Richard Louis (Graf von Wessex) Daughter– Anne Elizabeth Alice Louise (Prinzessin Royal) |
| grandchildren | By Prince Charles and Diana Spencer (Princess of Wales) • William Arthur Philip Louis (William, Prinz von Wales) • Henry Charles Albert David (Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex) By Princess Anne and Mark Phillips • Peter Mark Andrew Phillips (first grandson of Queen Elizabeth II) • Zara Anne Elizabeth Phillips By Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson (Duchess of York) • Beatrice Elizabeth Maria • Eugenia Victoria Helena By Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys Jones (Countess of Wessex and Forfar) • Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary Mountbatten-Windsor (Lady Louise Windsor) • James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten-Windsor (James, Viscount Severn) |
| great-grandson | By Prince William and Catherine Middleton (Princess of Wales) • Georg Alexander Ludwig • Charlotte Elizabeth Diana • Louis Arthur Charles By Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (Dutch from Sussex) • Archie Mountbatten Windsor • Lilibet Mountbatten Winsdor By Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly • Savannah Anne Kathleen (first great-granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II) • Elizabeth Island By Zara Tindall and Michael James Tindall • Mia Grace • Lena Elisabeth • Luke Philip Von Prinzessin Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Hubs By Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank • August Brooksbank |
| family tree | |
| Parents | Father– King George VI (former King of the United Kingdom) (died 6 February 1952) Mutter– Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (former Queen Consort of the United Kingdom) (died 30 March 2002) |
| Siblings | Sister– Margaret Rose, Countess of Snowdon (died February 2002 of a stroke) |
| favourites | |
| Essen | Gaelic steak, potatoes, noodles, bombe glacée royale, barley sugar bonbons |
| Sport | football |
| sports team | FC Arsenal |
| Lieder) | • „Oklahoma“ von Howard Keel • "Anything You Can Do" by Dolores Gray and Bill Johnson |
| Beverages) | • Bacardi-Rum • Gordons Gin • Bulmer's Cider • Pimm's Liqueur • Gin • Dubonnet Wine |
| Film | Flash-Gordon (1980) |
| tv shows | downtown abbey |
| Stilquotient | |
| car collection | • 1953er Land Rover Serie I • 2009er Jaguar X-Type Sportwagon V6 Sovereign • Range Rover • Rolls-Royce Phantom IV State Landaulette • Rolls-Royce Phantom V State Landaulette • Rolls-Royce Phantom VI State Landaulette • Jaguar Daimler V8 Super LWB • 2000er Land Rover Defender 110 |
| Expensive things/valuables | • She reportedly owned a £100 million ($124 million) Royal Philatelic Collection of UK and Commonwealth stamps. • According to some sources, Prince Philip, her late husband, left an estate costing around £10m, including a collection of Edward Seago paintings and 3,000 books. • Her mother Elizabeth reportedly left her £70million, including many works of art. |
| money factor | |
| assets/real estate | • She bought a $7.9 million three-bedroom apartment in 2015. It is located near the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The Royal Square was designed by British architect Norman Foster. • She owned Sandringham House in England. • She owned Balmoral Castle in Scotland. |
| net worth (approx.) | $500 million (as of 2021) |
Early Life and Education
Princess Elizabeth's early life was relatively normal given her royal status. She was raised privately at home, as was customary for royal children, and was also tutored by a governess. She was particularly fond of horses and became an accomplished rider at a young age. During the Second World War, she and her sister Princess Margaret were evacuated to Windsor Castle for safety reasons, where they continued their education. queen elizabeth
marriage and family
In 1947, Princess Elizabeth married Philip Mountbatten, a former Prince of Greece and Denmark, at Westminster Abbey. They had four children: Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. Throughout her reign, the Queen was a devoted wife and mother, and her family was an important part of her public and private life.
dominance and achievements
Queen Elizabeth acceded to the throne on February 6, 1952 after the death of her father, King George VI. She was then just 25 years old and her coronation took place the following year. During her reign, the Queen saw significant changes in the world and in the role of the monarchy. However, she has remained a constant and reassuring presence, working tirelessly to advance the interests of the UK and Commonwealth.
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One of the Queen's most notable achievements has been her dedication to public service. She has been a patron of hundreds of organizations and charities and has undertaken thousands of official engagements in the UK and abroad. She has also played a key role in promoting international cooperation and understanding, and has made numerous state visits to other countries. queen elizabeth
legacy and impact
Queen Elizabeth's reign had a profound impact on Britain and the world. Her longevity and sense of duty have earned her widespread respect and admiration, and she has become a symbol of stability and continuity in an increasingly uncertain world. She was also a strong advocate of the Commonwealth, promoting its values of democracy, human rights and development.
As she nears her nineties, the Queen's reign shows no signs of slowing down. She continues to carry out her duties with energy and enthusiasm and remains a loved and respected figure both at home and abroad. Her legacy will no doubt live on for generations to come, and she will be remembered as one of the greatest monarchs in British history. queen elizabeth
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Queen Elizabeth's reign also saw significant changes in the role of the monarchy in British society. When she ascended the throne in 1952, the monarchy was seen as a symbol of tradition and continuity, but also somewhat distant and removed from the everyday concerns of ordinary people. However, over the years the Queen has worked hard to make the monarchy more accessible and relevant to modern society. queen elizabeth
One way it has done this is through the introduction of new technologies and media. For example, the Queen's annual Christmas show, which has been held since 1952, is now available on TV, radio and online. She has also been active on social media, sending her first tweet from the official royal Twitter account in 2014.
Another way the Queen has modernized the monarchy is by promoting a more inclusive and diverse society. She has championed initiatives to promote equality and diversity and is a strong supporter of the LGBT+ community. In 2017, she issued a statement saying she supports same-sex marriage, a move widely praised by advocates for LGBT+ rights.
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As well as her work promoting civil service, international cooperation and modernisation, the Queen has also been a key figure in British politics. While the monarchy is said to be politically neutral, the Queen has occasionally played a behind-the-scenes role in important policy decisions. For example, she was involved in negotiations to end the conflict in Northern Ireland in the 1980s.
In total,
Queen Elizabeth's reign was remarkable, marked by her commitment to duty, public service and the well-being of her people. Her legacy is one of stability, continuity and modernization and she will be remembered as one of the most influential and beloved figures in British history.