"Queen Victoria" ( 1819 – 1901) British monarch 1837 – 1901

Queen Victoria was born on May 24th, 1819 in London, England. She was the daughter of Edward, Duke of Kent and Princess Victoria of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld. Her mother died shortly after her birth and her father passed away a few months later. Her uncle, King William IV, became her guardian and she was raised by her governess, Baroness Lehzen.

Victoria was a bright and precocious child who was well-educated and became fluent in French and German. At the age of 18, she ascended to the throne of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland after the death of her uncle. Victoria was a popular monarch who had a strong sense of duty and was dedicated to her people. She was a staunch defender of the monarchy and the British Empire, and she worked to expand the reach of the British Empire, making it one of the most powerful in the world. She also promoted the industrial revolution, which brought about vast improvements in the standard of living for the people of Britain. Victoria was a strong supporter of the arts, science, and education. She founded the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal College of Music to promote culture and learning. She also established the Royal College of Physicians and the Royal Society of Arts to encourage scientific research and advancement. Victoria was married to Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha in 1840. Together they had nine children, who later married into many of the royal families of Europe. Victoria and Albert had a strong marriage and Albert was a great influence on the development of the British Empire. Victoria's long reign, lasting 63 years, was known as the Victorian era. This period was marked by a period of peace and prosperity for the people of Britain, as well as a period of great progress in the industrial revolution. Victoria's death in 1901 marked the end of the Victorian era. She was succeeded by her eldest son, Edward VII. Queen Victoria was a beloved monarch who was remembered for her dedication to her people and her commitment to the advancement of British culture and science.