The Life And Reign Of Queen Elizabeth II
LONDON - FEBRUARY 29: Queen Elizabeth II smiles as she opens the refurbished East Wing of Somerset House, on February 29, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Eddie Mulholland - WPA Pool/Getty Images) WPA Pool/Getty Images hide caption
LONDON - FEBRUARY 29: Queen Elizabeth II smiles as she opens the refurbished East Wing of Somerset House, on February 29, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Eddie Mulholland - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
WPA Pool/Getty ImagesQueen Elizabeth II, the monarch of Britain since 1952, died on Thursday at the age of 96. She reigned for longer than any other ruler of the United Kingdom, spanning seventy years and fifteen prime ministers.
NPR's Frank Langfitt brings us the story of her life and reign, including the ups and downs of the royal family during her tenure.
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This episode was produced by Noah Caldwell. It was edited by Bridget Kelley and Kevin Beesley. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.