Buckingham Palace has announced the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in British history. As the nation mourns, we commemorate her extraordinary and inimitable contribution to this country – specifically, a life of public service and devotion to the British people and the Commonwealth. “I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.” – HM Queen Elizabeth II, 21st April 1947 @theroyalfamily @chrisjacksongetty