Britain's royal family is leading commemorations for what would be the 100th birthday of the late Queen Elizabeth II. Elizabeth, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, was born on . She became queen at age 25 and went on to serve 70 years on the throne before her death in 2022 at age 96. Elizabeth's eldest child, her son King Charles III, kicked off remembrances for his late mom on ...

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 was queen regnant of 32 sovereign states during her lifetime and was the monarch of 15 realms at her death.

Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning British monarch, transformed the monarchy and served as a symbol of stability and continuity for over six decades.

Over 70 years, Her Majesty was a dedicated Head of the Commonwealth, linking more than two billion people worldwide. When Her Majesty acceded to the throne aged just 25, her life changed overnight from that of a young naval wife and mother to a busy Head of State.