Queen Elizabeth II
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Queen Elizabeth is the Queen of England. Princess Elizabeth was crowned Queen Elizabeth II on June 2,1953. How did a princess become a queen? Read on and I will tell you.
Queen Elizabeth’s Mother, Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, married King George IV, her father. Then, her mother gave birth to Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on April 21, 1926, at 2:40 am. Later, Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon and King George IV had another daughter, Princess Margaret Rose.
When both Princesses were older, they were educated together at home. Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret learned French with a French man that also spoke English. The Princesses also learned history, language, literature, and music.
While attending a wedding, Princess Elizabeth met Philip Duke of Edinburgh and fell in love with him. On 20th of November, 1947 Princess Elizabeth married Philip. They married at West Minister Abbey, London at 11:30. Princess Elizabeth and Philip Duke of Edinburgh received over 2,500 wedding presents!
After Princess Elizabeth and Duke Philip married, Elizabeth’s father died. So now the throne had to be passed down to her. On June 2, 1953, the coronation day happened. The duty of being queen was passed down to her. During World War II, 1940-1944, Princess Elizabeth helped with orphanages in England and served the auxiliary. Over the years she has visited many countries with Philip, some of which are: Canada, United States, Kenya, Bermuda, Jamaica, The Fiji, Tonga Island, New Zealand, Australia, Africa, Malta, Gibraltar, Paris, South Pacific, South East Asia, Several European Countries, and much more.
After several years Queen Elizabeth and Duke Philip started their family. First, Queen Elizabeth had Prince Charles, then Princess Anne was born. Next, the family welcomed the birth of a 2nd son, Prince Andrew. Last, Prince Edward, the 3rd son, and 4th child was born. Joining the family was 3 dogs.
On June 7th, 1977 the Queen celebrated her Silver Jubilee, her 25 Anniversary Celebration. There were over 12,ooo celebrations and lots of big parades to party this event.
Queen Elizabeth is the oldest living Monarch to this date. As of May 2018 she is 92 years old. The next heir to the throne is Prince Charles. When Queen Elizabeth passes away Prince Charles will be the king. This will close the era of Queen Elizabeth and the British Kingdom will be passed down to her son.
Bibliography
World Book Volume 6, E Elizabeth II 1981
En.M.W: Wikipedia. org https:// En.M.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_II