Ελισάβετ Α' was the queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms from 1952 until her death in 2022. Born on April 21, 1926, she became queen at the age of 25 after the death of her father, Γεώργιος ΣΤ'. During her reign, Ελισάβετ Α' witnessed significant changes in British society and the world, including the decolonization of Africa and the Caribbean. She was known for her dedication to public service and her role in modernizing the monarchy, making it more accessible to the public.