Queen Elizabeth ascended to the throne in 1953 following the death of her father, King George VI. Her 70-year reign — the longest in British history — was marked by devotion to her nation.

Queen Elizabeth II lived in the spotlight for most of her life after taking the throne in her mid-twenties. However, there are several little-known facts about the late monarch.

Queen Elizabeth ascended to the throne in 1953 following the death of her father, King George VI. Her 70-year reign — the longest in British history — was marked by devotion to her nation.

For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II ruled Great Britain with a steady hand and deep love of country. Today, her legacy is honored and celebrated by those who knew her best.

How Queen Elizabeth II’s childhood dress taught her a fashion lesson for life. Story by Caroline Leaper • 6mo.

Queen Elizabeth II was known for being unflappable in her demeanor, and even as a child she was described as unusually mature for her age.But it turns out even queens have their bad days, as one ...

Queen Elizabeth II spent her final years secretly suffering through painful cancer, according to a new biography of the late British monarch. The Queen, who died in September after more than 70 ...

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, with their children Prince Charles and Princess Anne, play with the Queen's corgi pet, "Sugar," foreground, and the Duke's "Candy" during the royal ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Craig Brown about "Q: The Voyage Around the Queen," a biography of Queen Elizabeth II told in vignettes and observations.

For many people around the world, the word corgi is forever linked to Queen Elizabeth II. Princess Diana once called them a “moving carpet” always by her mother-in-law’s side. Stu… ...