In Kenya, she learned of her father's death. Soon after, the world watched as a new Elizabethan age was heralded at her coronation. A young Queen and the conquering of Everest fueled optimism for a new Britain. #QueenElizabeth #RoyalHistory #Coronation #BritishMonarchy #HistoricMoments From: Elizabeth at 80: Continuity and Change | Real Royalty

Today marks 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II acceded to the throne, following the death of her father, King George VI. Her Majesty was proclaimed Queen throughout the UK and Commonwealth in the early hours of 6 February 1952. The young Queen was informed of the news while standing in for The King on an official visit it Kenya. Upon her Accession, a ceremonial body called the Accession Council met at St James’s Palace in London. The Council make a formal proclamation of the Accession. “We, there