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Queen Victoria. Birth and Early Life
Birth and Early Life
This timeline focuses on the early life of Queen Victoria, from her birth to her accession to the throne.
24 May 1819
Birth of Queen Victoria
Alexandrina Victoria, the future Queen Victoria, was born in Kensington Palace, London.
24 May 1837
18th Birthday
Victoria turned 18, avoiding the need for a regency.
20 June 1837
Accession to the Throne
William IV died, and Victoria became Queen of the United Kingdom at the age of 18.
