The House of Windsor is the reigning royal house of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms. It was established in 1917 by King George V during World War I, changing the family name from House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha due to anti-German sentiment. The house symbolizes the British monarchy and its traditions. Members of the House of Windsor include prominent figures such as Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned from 1952 until her passing in 2022, and her son, King Charles III, who ascended the throne afterward. The house continues to play a significant role in British culture and public life.