Queen Elizabeth II is the constitutional monarch of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms. She was born on April 21, 1926, and became queen on February 6, 1952, following the death of her father, King George VI. She is the longest-reigning current monarch in the world, and her reign has seen significant changes and events in the UK and around the globe.
Elizabeth was born into the royal family as the eldest daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. She was educated privately and served in the auxiliary territorial service during World War II. In 1947, she married Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and together they have four children: Charles, Prince of Wales; Prince Andrew, Duke of York; Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex; and Princess Anne, Princess Royal.
As queen, Elizabeth has carried out numerous official duties, including representing the UK at state ceremonies and official visits, and hosting foreign dignitaries at Buckingham Palace. She has also been actively involved in charitable work and has supported a wide range of causes, including education, the arts, and environmental conservation.
Elizabeth has faced her share of challenges and controversies during her reign, including the breakdown of several royal marriages and the death of her mother, Princess Diana. Despite these challenges, she has remained a popular and respected figure both in the UK and abroad, and her dedication to her duties has earned her the nickname "The Queen of Hearts."
Elizabeth has been a symbol of stability and continuity in a rapidly changing world, and her reign has seen significant advances and developments in the UK and beyond.
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