Queen elizabeth ii biography timeline with pictures

"Princess Lilibet" picture from Time Magazine Cover, (April 29, 1929.)1926 - Elizabeth Alexandra Mary is born

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born at 02:40 on 21 April 1926 to Prince Albert, Duke of York and Elizabeth, Duchess of York.

Her grandfather was King George V. Her birth generated public interest but, as third in line to the throne, she was not expected to become queen. 

1936- George V dies and Edward VIII abdicates

Elizabeth's uncle Edward took to the throne in 1936 after the death of her grandfather. Later that year Edward abdicated, after his proposed marriage to divorcee Wallis Simpson caused a constitutional crisis.

As a result, Elizabeth's father (King George VI) took the position and Elizabeth became heir presumptive. 

1939 - Britain enters the Second World War

In September 1939, Britain declared war on Germany.

Princess Elizabeth and her sister, Margaret, spent their time in Windsor castle.&nb