DOB: 21 April 1926 Known for: Head of the British Royal Family and the longest reigning monarch in British History Queen Elizabeth was born Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary to Prince Albert, Duke of York and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. At birth she was not expected to become queen despite being a granddaughter of a king as her uncle was still expected to become king and expected to father his own royal linage. Elizabeth’s parents decided to raise her in relation to the changing times, society was changing and they did not want her to be spoilt or sheltered, they wanted her to understand the struggles of all citizens of Britain and the world. Elizabeth grew close to her grandparents particularly King George V, partly due to the fact that her parents participated in a royal tour during her first year of life. She was known to have a playful side from throwing food at guests at a party to playing th...