It was a truly historic reign that may never be equalled again. The rule of Queen Elizabeth II spanned seventy years and saw Her Late Majesty write her name into the royal record books time and time again.
In her long life, Queen Elizabeth II broke an exceptional number of records. As the world prepares to bid a final farewell to a woman whose influence spanned the globe, here are just some of…
Her Majesty The Queen met all but one of the US Presidents during her reign. In total, The Queen has reigned during the tenure of President Harry Truman to the current leader, President Joe Biden. In total, 12 of the 13 presidents of the United States who have taken office…
The enduring mystery at the start of the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II
15th September 2022
The life and reign of Elizabeth II has been one of the most well documented in history. But one integral part of her story remains unknown – the exact time that her reign began is a mystery.
Elizabeth II succeeded her father, George VI, on February 6th 1952. She was…
How Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip took a trip back in time for an historic moment
15th September 2022
There were many majestic milestones in the life and reign of Elizabeth II. From great moments of state and through constitutional crisis, hers was a reign packed with historic events. But there were also very personal moments which, even for this most private of people, took on a personal aspect.
The Queen and Prince Philip marked their 60 years of marriage with a series of photographs…
The last monarch to have a funeral at Westminster Abbey: King George II
15th September 2022
In just days, the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II will take place at Westminster Abbey in London. It’s been centuries since a monarch had a funeral at the Abbey. The last one was King George II in 1760.
The funeral of King George II took place on 13 November 1760.
''Devoted to your service'' - the iconic words that set the tone for an equally iconic reign
15th September 2022
‘ I declare before you all that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service”
They are the words forever associated with Elizabeth II. As millions around the world remember Her Late Majesty, they have been often quoted. They…
The Queen among the Poppies at the Tower, one of the most poignant images of Her Late Majesty's reign
15th September 2022
The Queen’s deep devotion to the Armed Forces and to the memories of those who have died in conflict were symbolic of her reign. And in 2014, she paid tribute to those lost in the First World War during a time of remembrance.
As the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One approached, the Tower of London began a striking act of commemoration, designed to show the magnitude of loss…
The Queen's first major event at Buckingham Palace - her christening
15th September 2022
On 29 May 1926, the christening of the future Queen Elizabeth II, took place. The baptismal service was performed at the private chapel at Buckingham Palace and the occasion of HM The Queen’s 91st birthday provides a pleasant opportunity to revisit this important event.
The Queen's Green Canopy is extended to allow people to pay tribute to Elizabeth II
15th September 2022
King Charles III has asked for the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative to be extended into the spring of next year to allow people to turn it into a memorial for his mother.
The canopy was set up to get people to ”plant a tree for the Jubilee” with tens of…
With the death of his mother on Thursday 8 September 2022, King Charles III is now the sovereign of the United Kingdom, as well as fifteen other nations. While it was thought previously that he may take the regnal name of George VII, The King has chosen to keep his given name. Who are the other kings called Charles before him?
King Charles I
King Charles I reigned from 27 March 1625…
