In February 1952, then-Princess Elizabeth arrived in Kenya for an official visit.
She’s gone as Queen.
With the death of her father, King George VI, in London, Elizabeth automatically ascended the throne, beginning a reign spanning seven decades of history as of Sunday.
The Queen is the first British monarch to celebrate the so-called Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne. During that time, 14 prime ministers led the British government.
On Sunday, Buckingham Palace released a new photo of the 95-year-old Queen to celebrate her birthday, showing her smiling next to a portrait of her late father and next to one of the red box for her to receive the briefs.
