Queen Victoria was the monarch of the United Kingdom from 1837 until her death in 1901. She was born on May 24, 1819, and became queen at the age of 18. Her reign, known as the Victorian Era, was marked by significant industrial, cultural, and scientific advancements, as well as the expansion of the British Empire. During her time on the throne, Queen Victoria became a symbol of British imperial pride and moral values. She married her cousin, Prince Albert, and they had nine children. Her legacy includes a strong influence on the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in Britain.