Who was Queen Elizabeth II?

Imagine becoming a queen when you are only 25 years old! That is exactly what happened to Queen Elizabeth II. Born 100 years ago this month on April 21, 1926, young Elizabeth never expected to wear the crown. But when her father passed away, she bravely stepped up to become the Queen of the United Kingdom! Join your amazing hosts Mira and Finn on History's Not Boring as they explore the incredible life of Britain's longest-reigning monarch. She sat on the royal throne for a whopping 70 years! During her amazing life, she guided her country through enormous historical changes, worked with 15 British Prime Ministers, and met 14 US Presidents! But she wasn't just about wearing heavy crowns and doing serious royal duties. Did you know she absolutely loved adorable, fluffy Corgi dogs and thrilling horse races? We will dive right into the fascinating "Century of Elizabeth" to discover what it really takes to be a monarch. Grab your imaginary crowns and get ready for a totally royal adventure through history!