Do we have a greater living queen than Queen Elizabeth?

Learn how one of history's most improbable heirs came to rule England in All About History, chapter 113.

 

In the current issue of All About History, Queen Elizabeth goes from being an improbable heir to Britain's throne to become one of the nation's greatest rulers. The young Elizabeth displayed the poise and tenacity that would come to characterize her reign in later years, but how did her upbringing during a period of crisis for the monarchy and war influence her outlook on her job as a ruler? In honor of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, commemorating 80 years on the throne, All About History will be airing a special on her life and reign.

 

In this issue, British historian and author Tracy Borman walks readers through Princess Elizabeth's early upbringing, how her family supported her through WWII, Winston Churchill's impression of the princess, and how she carved out her own path as Queen after she ascended to the throne.

 

Other topics covered in All About History 113 include Hitler's methodical dismantling of democracy in Germany, the first pharaoh who changed Ancient Egypt, and the history of the LGBTQ+ community that has been mostly lost.

 

Greg Jenner, the host of the History Podcast and creator of the Horrible Histories TV series, was recently interviewed by All About History, where you can find out why he feels mixing history and fun makes it easier to remember. Discover the history of the Baroque style; view photographs from the world's rarest book; and find out what would have happened if Boudicca's revolt against Rome had been successful.

 

Special coverage of Queen Elizabeth's platinum jubilee

 

The current Queen of the United Kingdom is only the latest in a long line of people who were not expected to inherit the throne yet ended up being the most suited. This February 2022 marks the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, commemorating 70 years on the throne. No other British monarch has ever accomplished this before her. Her strong sense of duty, displayed from the moment she took the throne, has been a defining feature of her lengthy reign. However, Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne would have been prevented if not for the romantic pursuits of her uncle.

 

Elizabeth II's grandfather said soon before his death in January 1936, "I pray to God my eldest son will never marry and have children, and that nothing will come between Bertie and Lilibet and the kingdom." He adored Bertie's daughter Elizabeth ('Lilibet'), who called him 'Grandpa England' and had always put Albert ahead of Edward. On the other hand, George V had a rocky relationship with his eldest son and successor. Prince Edward exemplified the stereotypical playboy. Because of his remarkable good looks, charming personality, and single status, he quickly became the most photographed star of the day.

 

George V grimly foretold that "the youngster will wreck himself within 12 months" after his death. The guy was right. As soon as he took the throne in January 1936, Edward made it very clear that he regarded being king as "one of the most restricting, the most irritating, and, during the duller stretches, the least exhilarating jobs open to an intelligent, autonomous person." The fact that the new monarch showed no signs of wanting to give up Simpson despite the Church of England's ban on him marrying a divorcee was of more concern to the authorities. Instead, he decided to quit the throne in November of 1936, and he did so legally on December 10.

 

The Rise of the Nazi Party to Power

 

It's commonly believed that Hitler and the Nazis seized power in Germany by sheer brute force. It seems reasonable, both rationally and emotionally, to assume this. Can you imagine electing these folks to the office? It's inconceivable that the general public helped create the Nazi regime. While the details are murkier, it's safe to conclude that Germany's democratic system died a slow and tortuous death, one that was often met with (at least outward) support from the general populace.

 

The Nazi Party's systematic capture of German institutions contrasts with its apparently meteoric rise to power in the late 1920s and early 1930s. The Nazi Party, formally known as the National Socialist German Workers' Party (NSDAP), received 2.6% of the vote in the 1928 Reichstag elections, down from 3% in the 1924 elections. The 1928 election resulted in the Grand Coalition, but it was helpless to stop the Great Depression's economic onslaught in the following year. Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party flourished in this climate.

 

In Egypt, he was known as "Pharaoh 1."

 

The time period of Ancient Egypt continues to be one of the most legendary, romantic, and admired in all of history. The Egyptians ruled over much of North Africa for three millennia. During that time, they developed a complex society, built enormous monuments to their kings and gods, and accumulated a wealth of artifacts that we may study even today. But every tale has to start with somebody; for Egypt's old empire, that someone was King Narmer.

 

Our materials dating back to King Narmer, who reigned some 5,000 years ago, are understandably scant compared to the vast quantities of published histories, oratories, biographies, and personal experiences given to us by more recent civilizations like the Roman Empire. Due to his prominence, however, numerous artifacts and relics have been unearthed, allowing us to put together a comprehensive picture of his various accomplishments.

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# The world's greatest living queen, Queen Elizabeth?

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