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Editor’s note: Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving British monarch, passed away after reigning for seven decades at the age of 96. According to an announcement made on September 8, 2022, via the Royal Family's official site, "The Queen passed away tranquilly at Balmoral today." It further stated, "The King and The Queen Consort will stay at Balmoral tonight before returning to London tomorrow." The Reader’s Digest The team extends their sympathies to the royal family and everyone in Britain during this moment, as they pay tribute to her life and heritage. The queen of hearts Princess Elizabeth had never anticipated ascending to the throne. Despite being next in line for the crown, she did not envision having to take up the duties of a monarch anytime soon. However, following her father’s premature death, this changed drastically. young Queen Elizabeth took the throne at just 25 years old, dedicating her entire lif...