QUEEN ELIZABETH DIES AT 96.

 

An era ends for the United Kingdom

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Queen Elizabeth II, the world’s longest-serving monarch, died Thursday at her royal estate in Scotland. She was 96. [Vox / Constance Grady] The queen’s family traveled to the estate after doctors expressed concern about her medical condition. Her son Charles is now king. [BBC] The United Kingdom saw major transformations during Elizabeth’s 70-year reign, from many of its colonies winning their independence in the post-WWII era to entering and exiting the European Union. [Reuters / Michael Holden] The queen also led her country through tragedy and scandals involving the royal family, including the death of Princess Diana and the sexual abuse allegations of her son Prince Andrew. [CNBC / Marty Steinberg] Her death begins 10 days of national mourning that will include gun salutes and visits from mourners, and will conclude with her funeral. [NBC News / Patrick Smith]