With great sadness, the world mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, who passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2002, at the age of 101. Born as Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on August 4, 1900, she was the daughter of Lord and Lady Strathmore, a County Meath Peerage and the last of the family line. In 1923, she married the future King George VI, and together they had two daughters; Princess Margaret and the late Queen Elizabeth II. On December 11, 1936, she became Queen consort of the United Kingdom, and served in this role for 64 years, becoming Britain's longest-serving consort. Upon her husband's death in 1952 she became Queen Mother, a title she held until her passing. The Queen Mother was renowned for her grace, elegance, and warm personality, making her popular amongst both the British people, and the visiting dignitaries from around the globe. During her decades long tenure, she epitomised strength and courage in the face of adversity and tragedy. In her latter years, she continued to perform a mixture of public and official duties, appearing at state funerals and christenings, visits to barracks and palaces, and taking time to meet with people of all backgrounds. The Queen Mother was the devoted and beloved grandmother to her youngest grandchild, Prince Harry. Her life was characterised by dignity, courage and devotion to family, the nation and the Commonwealth of which she was a loyal patron. Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by family, friends, and all those across the United Kingdom who admired her.