Elizabeth II - Wikipedia
Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022) was Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms from 6 February 1952 until her death in 2022. She had been queen regnant of 32 sovereign states during her lifetime and was the monarch of 15 realms at her death.
Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II - Wikipedia
The Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II marked the 25th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II on 6 February 1952. It was celebrated with large-scale parties and parades throughout the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth throughout 1977, culminating in June with the official "Jubilee Days", held to coincide with the Queen's Official ...
1952: Princess Elizabeth Becomes Queen at 25 - ThoughtCo
Oct 24, 2022 · Princess Elizabeth (born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on April 21, 1926) became Queen Elizabeth II in 1952 at the age of 25. Her father, King George VI suffered from lung cancer for much of his later life and died in his sleep on Feb. 6, 1952, at age 56.
Coronation of Elizabeth II - Wikipedia
The coronation of Elizabeth II as queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms took place on 2 June 1953 at Westminster Abbey in London. [1] Elizabeth acceded to the throne at the age of 25 upon the death of her father, George VI , on 6 February 1952, being proclaimed queen by her privy and executive councils shortly afterwards.
The Queen's Jubilees and other milestones | The Royal Family
The Queen's Silver Jubilee Appeal was set up in 1977, and gave the nation an opportunity to show its affection for Her Majesty and its gratitude for her dedicated service over 25 years. The Queen chose that the Appeal should focus on raising funds to support young people and, in particular, on encouraging and helping young people to serve ...
Queen Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee Photos - See the Real Life Queen…
May 24, 2022 · Queen Elizabeth's 25th anniversary on the throne was a huge to-do. With her Platinum Jubilee coming up we're taking a look back at the big day. See photos from the celebration here.
Queen Elizabeth II: Biography, British Queen, Royal Family
Sep 8, 2023 · Queen Elizabeth II became queen of the United Kingdom on February 6, 1952, at age 25 and was crowned on June 2, 1953. She was the mother of Prince Charles, who ascended to the throne after her...
Elizabeth II took the throne at age 25 - The Conversation
Sep 16, 2022 · Queen Elizabeth II at her coronation, age 27. PA images. Imagine being 25 years old and 5,000 miles from home when you get a call delivering the worst possible news – your parent has died. For...
How old was the Queen and when was she crowned? - Evening …
Sep 7, 2023 · Queen Elizabeth II was only 25 years old when she became Queen of England, whereas Charles was 73 years old when he ascended the throne. The Queen reigned for 70 years and became the first...
Historic Events That Happened During Queen Elizabeth II's Reign
Jun 1, 2022 · Throughout her historic 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II has been head of state through some of the most momentous events in modern world history from the assassination of U.S. President John F....