Long Live the Queen: Queen Elizabeth II, 96, Passes Away After Historic 70 Year Reign
It is with heavy hearts that the world says goodbye to the longest reigning Monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, after the 96 year old passed away earlier today.
Earlier today, Queen Elizabeth II had been placed under medical supervision at Balmore Castle. Word spread quickly around that the end was nearing for the longest-reigning monarch, and the world waited with baited breath, dreading to hear the news that has now officially come. Only a few short hours later, it was announced that the Queen had passed away. Her passing took place earlier this afternoon.
The powerful figurehead of Britain leaves an inspiring legacy behind her. Having taken the throne at the age of twenty-five, Queen Elizabeth II served her country for twenty-five years. In that time, she confidently guided the nation through World War II and into the modern day.
Queen Elizabeth II is survived by many members of her loving family, many of whom quickened to her side prior to her passing. According to to an article on ABC News, the Queen passed peacefully. After her incredible seventy-one year reign, she more than deserved a peaceful end.
Much in the way that Queen Elizabeth II immediately took over the throne after her father's passing, the pattern here remains the same. Prince Charles is now King. He has worked tirelessly at his mother's side, tackling multiple areas of major political importance and working for the British people. His mother prepared him well for this great responsibility.
Our hearts go out to all the family and friends of Queen Elizabeth II and to the world that she leaves behind. Long live the Queen.
