Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday. Earlier, the doctor had expressed concern about her health. She was 96 years old and was the oldest woman to hold power in Britain.
“The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow,” the royal family announced on Thursday.
In a statement, His Majesty the King, who also becomes head of state for 14 Commonwealth realms, said: “The death of my beloved mother Her Majesty the Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.
“We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.”
He said during the period of mourning and change he and his family would be “comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held”.
Battling health problems since October last year
Queen Elizabeth was unable to move anywhere. That’s why they were having their meetings at Balmoral Castle in Scotland instead of Buckingham Palace in London. Queen Elizabeth was suffering from health problems since October last year.
The oldest ruler to ever ascend to the throne of Britain
Queen Elizabeth II was just 25 years old when she has crowned on the throne of Britain. Since then, she has been occupying this throne for almost 70 years. She was 96 years old and was the oldest woman to hold power in Britain. Apart from this, the name of Queen Elizabeth also comes as the oldest ruler of the world.
Became Queen of Britain in 1952
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II completed 70 years of rule. She became Queen of Britain in 1952. On this special occasion, four-day Platinum Jubilee Celebrations were organized across the country. However, Queen Elizabeth II did not take part in the event. She was rarely seen in public events.
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