While there have been several "Queens of England," the title most commonly refers to , the longest-reigning monarch in British history. Her 70-year reign (1952–2022) spanned a period of immense global change, from the dawn of the jet age to the rise of the digital era. The Reign of Queen Elizabeth II (1952–2022)
: She became queen at age 25 following the sudden death of her father, King George VI , on February 6, 1952. Her 1953 coronation was the first ever to be broadcast on television, reaching over 20 million viewers. queen of england
: The "Virgin Queen" who presided over the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada. While there have been several "Queens of England,"
: A lifelong enthusiast of Corgis, she owned more than 30 during her reign, most of whom were descendants of her first dog, Susan. Other Historic "Queens of England" Her 1953 coronation was the first ever to