The Queen succeeded to the Throne on the 6 February, 1952 on the death of her father, King George VI. She was in Kenya at the time and became the first Sovereign in over 200 years to accede while abroad.

Why did Queen Elizabeth became queen at 25?

The longest-reigning living monarch, Elizabeth became queen in 1952 at the age of 25 following the death of her father, King George VI.

What age does Queen Elizabeth became queen?

The Coronation took place in Westminster Abbey on 2 June 1953, following her accession earlier in 1952. Queen Elizabeth II was crowned at age 27. The royal family website states that this was “a solemn ceremony” and was conducted by Dr Geoffrey Fisher, Archbishop of Canterbury.