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Queen Elizabeth II
(Queen of the United Kingdom from 1952 to 2022)
Birth Year: 1926
Birthplace: Mayfair, London, England
Died: September 8, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 70 years and 214 days, making her the longest-reigning British monarch and the second-longest in history. Throughout her reign, she navigated significant political changes, including decolonization, the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and the UK's entry and exit from the European Communities. She engaged in numerous state visits and meetings with world leaders. Key events included her coronation in 1953 and various jubilee celebrations. Despite challenges, support for the monarchy and her personal popularity remained high.