Queen Elizabeth II — biographical portrait
A Documentary Film

Queen Elizabeth II

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. Her reign of 70 years and 214 days is the longest of any British monarch, the longest of any female head of state in...

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Historic
Legacy

Chapters

01

Origins

The Beginning

**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. Her reign of 70 years and 214 days is the longest of any British monarch, the longest of any female...

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The Rise

Building a Legacy

Queen Elizabeth II's career represents a remarkable trajectory of achievement and influence. From their earliest professional endeavors to their most celebrated accomplishments, Queen Elizabeth II has consistently demonstrated excellence and innovation in their field.

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The Work

Defining Moments

Queen Elizabeth II's most significant works represent milestones not just in their personal career but in the broader history of their field. These contributions have shaped how we understand and engage with their discipline.

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The Peak

Greatest Achievements

Beyond their public achievements, Queen Elizabeth II's personal life reveals a complex and multifaceted individual whose private experiences have shaped their public persona.

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The Legacy

Lasting Impact

Queen Elizabeth II's relationships with contemporaries provide insight into the social and intellectual networks that shaped their era. These connections influenced their work and legacy.

The children won't go without me. I won't leave without the King. And the King will never leave.

— Early Life and Education

We are trying to do all we can to help our gallant sailors, soldiers, and airmen, and we are trying, too, to bear our own share of the danger and sadness of war.

— Early Life and Education

I remember we were terrified of being recognised... I remember lines of unknown people linking arms and walking down Whitehall, all of us just swept along on a tide of happiness and relief.

— Early Life and Education

I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.

— Early Life and Education

The Little Princesses

— Early Life and Education

Innovations

Year Title Role/Impact Type
1926 Quick Facts Historical Event Legacy
1940 First Radio Broadcast Historical Event Legacy
1947 The 21st Birthday Speech Historical Event Legacy
1926 Birth and Family Historical Event Legacy
1926 Baptism and Names Historical Event Legacy
1929 Relationship with Grandparents Historical Event Legacy
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