70 Rare Photos of Queen Elizabeth That Showcase Her Extraordinary Life

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From Glamour

By Ana Escalante

Queen Elizabeth II holds the distinction of being the longest serving monarch on the British throne—beating her grandmother Queen Victoria’s reign by nearly a decade. Born in 1926, the Queen traveled often with her husband, the late Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh, by her side. 

The British monarch, who celebrated 70 years on the throne during summer 2022 with her Platinum Jubilee, had been living in the public eye since birth, even though her family could never imagine they would become the faces of the United Kingdom. When her uncle, Edward VIII, abdicated the throne in 1936, her father became King George VI and took on the responsibilities of the kingdom, which put young Elizabeth, then age 10, in line for the throne. When George passed away on February 6, 1952, at age 56, she officially became Queen Elizabeth II. She was 25.

Below, a glimpse at Queen Elizabeth II’s colorful life in photos, many rarely seen, documenting her childhood in London, her coronation, her wedding, Platinum Jubilee, and more. 

1926:

The Duke and Duchess of York, the future King George VI and Queen Elizabeth of England, with their newborn daughter Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. 

1947:

Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh leaving Westminster Abbey after their marriage ceremony. 

1953:

Queen Elizabeth poses for the cameras minutes after her coronation on June 2, 1953.

2022:

Queen Elizabeth II waves from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London. The event celebrated her 70-year-long reign.