Queen Elizabeth II, who died Thursday at age 96 after the longest reign in British history, will be mourned as one of the last monarchs born to a classic age of European royalty when kings and queens wielded political power.
Britain’s longest-reigning monarch passed away after 70 years on the throne.
Her reign saw Britain transformed from a war-weary declining imperial power into a modern multi-cultural state that rarely looked to its monarch for leadership, but still held her in high esteem.
The royal family said in a statement: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”
Under a long-standing plan known as “Operation London Bridge,” her death ushers in 10 days of national mourning. On Day 1, Charles is expected to be proclaimed king.
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