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At the age of 18, Queen Victoria came to the throne. Over the course of her reign her popularity grew, as she continued to show strength and courage, surviving seven attempts that were made on her life. She used her influence to support peace and reconciliation. Queen Victoria, a mother of nine was also known as the Empress of India, for her strong support of the Empire. She is the longest reigning royal in British history.
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