The “accidental queen” that became the longest reigning monarch in U.K. history has died. “Elizabeth’s death comes seven months after she marked the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, yet another milestone achievement in the remarkable life of a queen who, though reluctantly thrust into the spotlight at a young age, won almost universal praise for her steadfast dedication to duty. Her long reign saw Britain transformed from a war-weary declining imperial power into a modern multi-cultural state that rarely looked to its monarch for leadership, but still held her in high esteem. And while it witnessed its fair share of joy — not least the 2011 marriage of the Queen’s grandson Prince William to Catherine Middleton, and the birth of their three children — Elizabeth’s rule also weathered many storms, both public and personal, as the monarchy tried to keep pace with changing times. The death of Princess Diana, Prince Andrew’s fall from grace, and most recently accusations of racism from Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle. The Queen persevered through to the end of her life, fufilling her Royal duties earlier this week meeting her 15th prime minister, Liz Truss.” #uknews #britishmonarchy #queenelizabeth #kingcharles #royalfamily #royalfamilynews #meghanmarkle #dutchessofsussex #princeharry #princewilliam #princessdiana #royalfamilies #queenelizabethII #thecrown