The life of Queen Elizabeth II

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II after 70 years on the throne has meant that not just a monarch is gone at the age of 96, but decades of stability and continuity are suddenly gone, too. Correspondent Lee Cowan talks with the Queen's former chaplain, Gavin Ashenden; historian Sir David Cannadine; and Erin Vanderhoof (of the Vanity Fair podcast "Dynasty") about how the Queen's duty, poise, charisma, and adherence to tradition served her, and her subjects, during her seven-decade reign.
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[lp-xlld]

Even those who do not live anywhere in the Commonwealth, and even those who are opposed to the idea of monarchies, must realize that this woman is deserving of a great deal of respect. To my friends in the UK, Canada, and Australia--we grieve with you.

[SheriLatulip]

9 minutes is all you have the Queen deserves more.

[jpburnez]

The classiest lady EVER throughout our timeline. GOD BLESS HR QUEEN ELIZABETH II! 🙏🕊❤💪🏻

[UntappingYourPotential]

May the Queen Rest in Peace. Truly a life dedicated to public service. It even inspired me to create a video about her life story on my channel. Thanks for posting this.

[MrGer]

Queen Elizabeth II was an incredible person with a wonderful sense of humour and love of animals . May the Queen rest for eternity surrounded by love, light, laughter and life.

[donaldduke]

One thing that is never mentioned in articles about Queen Elizabeth is that in he youth she was absolutely beautiful.

[eleanoraquitaine]

She was a great woman and a great Queen. From America, may she rest in peace.

[needHIM]

The Queen kept her emotions and her thoughts under control. She showed up day after day, EVERY DAY to do her duty and serve God and the British people. She was faithful to the end. Something we don't see in any other world leader nowadays.

[diane]

My late father was born the same year as Queen Elizabeth. He took his own life on July 4, 2004, at age 78. He was a veteran of the second world War, and suffered from PTSD. I miss him dearly. I gave my daughter one of her names, Elizabeth, as I respected the queen so much.

[janetbeebe]

I am older now and appreciate why we need stability through example in the Queen.

[msi-gonnn]

I followed the Queen all the time and loved to hear her name being call. Love when people were able to sit with her or just get a glimpse of her. This world has lost a great presence that can not be replaced. Her presence was always near. Even when she was not. Our world is truly changing.

[personaldove]

She was the only Queen I even knew.
To me she'll always be the Queen.
Farewell your Majesty.

[JenAmazed]

I understand that upon the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, her people wanted her home. But as a grandmother myself, I could have never expected her to come back to deal with the public. I thought she was right where she should have been. With those devastated boys, protecting them and helping them cope. I understood that, even then.

[kristeneichholzer]

My deepest condolences. The Queens passing is such a profound loss. My heart is with her family and her people.

[crystaldianestevens]

I hope that people all across the United Kingdom realize that Americans have also experienced a deep sense of loss over HM The Queen's passing. She was loved, respected and admired all around the world. A truly impressive lady who pretty much never put a foot wrong in 7o years.

[jametoriaburton]

Shedding tears ...😥 What an incredible life. I'm so glad I lived in the era of her reign. To me, it felt like she was the Mother Queen of the world. 🌎

[bravesoul]

You are one of a kind Queen Elizabeth 😢
We will never forget you 😭💔

[vinoddharewa]

Late HM Queen Elizabeth II 🇬🇧
(1926 - 20 22)I offer my Sincere & Heartfelt Condolences.

HM Queen's 96 yrs of Dedication, Honesty, Hard Work, Devotion, Courage, Sacrifice and her undisputed love & affection for family members & entire mankind is a never fulfilling Vacuum, She was a True Saint.

An Era has passed, She will remain in heart's of Billions of People till our last breath.

May Her Majesty's Departed Pure Soul Rest in Peace 🕊 ☮
Prayers 🙏 from Nepal 🇳🇵

[gr]

Will miss Queen Elizabeth. Wish her family much happiness and the best.

[judyevancic]

No one will ever fill the shoes of this remarkable woman. They don’t make her kind of dedication anymore.To have held the respect of most around the world and kept the commonwealth together all those years is a remarkable feat. She has left a huge legacy behind.