Queen Elizabeth II holds the distinction of ruling longer than any monarch in the United Kingdom's history. In her time as monarch, she has traveled across the globe and made historic visits overseas, according to The Royal Household website.
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Born April 21, 1926, the queen was the first child of The Duke and Duchess of York. Her parents later became King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.
Harry S. Truman was in the White House and Pope Pius XII was on the throne of St. Peter when Queen Elizabeth II was coronated in 1952. More than a dozen U.S. presidents and more than half a dozen popes have served during her reign.
Here are some facts about Queen Elizabeth II:
She has met many U.S. presidents and popes during her reign
She speaks fluent French
The queen speaks fluent French. She learned the language from French and Belgian governesses. According to the Royal website, the skill has been used when the queen has spoken to ambassadors and heads of state and in her visits to French-speaking areas of Canada.