Ruling for longer than any other British Monarch, Queen Elizabeth II undoubtedly made history throughout her reign, which saw her travel more widely than any other royal and undertake numerous historic visits. Known for her sense of duty and her devotion to a life of service, she was an important figurehead for the UK and the Commonwealth during times of enormous social change.
During her reign, Her Majesty continued to carry out a full programme of engagements, with her patronages and charities covering a wide range of issues. All of this was done against a backdrop of her personal life, which saw her marry, raise four children and welcome both grandchildren and great-grandchildren to the Royal Family.
Here, we pay tribute to the fascinating life and reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
