Factbox: Queen Elizabeth, Britain's longest-reigning monarch

The moments that marked the life of Queen Elizabeth in honor of her 70 years on the throne

Queen Elizabeth came to command the United Kingdom at the age of 70.

Britain celebrates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throne

England’s longest-reigning monarch to miss Friday service

Platinum Jubilee celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne

Long live the Queen! English community celebrates 70 years of Queen Elizabeth II

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- Queen Elizabeth II was crowned on June 2,1953. Still England's reigning Queen, the country-- and the English community in Peoria-- is celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. In her 70th year on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning queen in the history of England. The Fox Pub and Grill in Peoria, located off Pioneer Parkway on N. Sommer Street, is the only English spot in town. Owner Matt Rixner said des…

70 years on the throne, Queen Elizabeth is still popular — unlike her heir, Charles

Prince Charles, heir to the throne, is far less popular than his mother. He has a reputation for meddling in public affairs and many still blame him for the collapse of his marriage to Princess Diana.

Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch

LONDON -- Queen Elizabeth, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, is commemorating her Platinum Jubilee with four days of celebration from June 2-5. Read More