Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born on April 26, 1926. At the time of her birth, people little realised that she would to be the Queen of England. Princess Elizabeth was educated at home. 
In 1945, when she was 10 years old she joined the Women’s Royal Auxiliary Territorial Service. She also served as a driver and mechanic. Princess Elizabeth married Prince Philip. They were one of the most loyal and happily married couples. They were blessed with 4 children, three boys and a girl. The eldest is Prince Charles, now King Charles III. Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward are her other children. In the year 1952, Princess Elizabeth became Queen Elizabeth 11. She was the Queen of England for the past 70 years. Unfortunately, she passed away this year on October 9 at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. Queen Elizabeth was a kind and honest Queen. May her soul rest in peace.
Sheneshi Silva
Grade 6-J, Ladies’ College, Colombo 7