Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II is the current monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms.

She has reigned for more than 65 years, making her the longest-serving current monarch in the world. She is also the oldest reigning monarch in the world.

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She married Prince Philip of Greece in 1947, and they had two children, Princess Anne in 1950 and Prince Charles in 1952.

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Elizabeth has proved to be a popular and hardworking queen, undertaking many official engagements each year.

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She is also well-known for her love of animals, especially her corgis.

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Elizabeth is a much-loved and respected figurehead for the UK, and her longevity and dedication to her role are an inspiration to us all.

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