Queen Elizabeth II

Elizabeth II - reigning Queen of the United Kingdom Elizabeth II - reigning Queen of the United Kingdom. Full name — Elizabeth Alexandra Mary. It got its name in honor of his mother (Elizabeth), grandmothers (Maria) and great-grandmother (Alexander).

Elizabeth was born on 21 April 1926 in London Elizabeth was born on 21 April 1926 in London. The eldest daughter of Prince albert, Duke of York (future king George VI) and lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon .

Elizabeth in childhood

In 1930 she was born the only sister Elizabeth - Princess Margaret In 1930 she was born the only sister Elizabeth - Princess Margaret. Elizabeth consistently took care of her and even taught her. Older sister was always discreet, careful and attentive. .

The identity of Elizabeth II was formed in contrast to the General care and love. From early childhood, her education was paid great attention. Prince albert and lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon and their daughters Elizabeth and Margaret

As a child, Elizabeth was educated at home As a child, Elizabeth was educated at home. In addition to regular school subjects, she taught fundamentals of the economy, jurisprudence and constitutional law. Particular interest she has shown history of the UK. The curriculum also included lessons on horseback, music and dance. With the Palace etiquette introduced her mother, the Duchess of York. .

Having mastered the profession of a driver in the military transportation training center and received a degree in medical car Elizabeth knew how to change tires on the truck, disassemble and reassemble the motor. Received the rank of Lieutenant.

As later admitted Elizabeth, she fell in love with Philippa at first sight – and only then learned that on the maternal side he was a direct descendant of Queen Victoria. In 1939 at Dartmouth naval College , which was attended by the Royal couple, Elizabeth met Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten.

It ended up that Philip had done to the Princess Elizabeth a proposal of marriage. She said Yes.

The lovers were married on 20 November 1947 and were awarded the titles of Duke of Edinburgh.

In the family of Elizabeth and Philip had four children: Charles (14 noyabrya), Anna (15 August 1950), Andrew (19 February 1960) and Edward (10 March 1964)

The Queen with her husband and children in different years.

Members of the Royal family (these days)

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