British monarch with the second longest reign Crossword Clue

Today is 13 May 2022 and we are bringing to you a great solution from The Guardian Quick crossword.
Please find the best answer for the clue "British monarch with the second longest reign" below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword is "British monarch with the second longest reign," and the answer is "VICTORIA." Here's why this clue leads to this answer:

1. British Monarch: The clue specifies that we are looking for a British monarch, which immediately narrows down the possibilities to kings and queens of the United Kingdom.
2. Second Longest Reign: This part of the clue indicates that we are seeking a monarch who held the throne for a considerable period, but not the absolute longest reign in British history.

Given these criteria, Queen Victoria perfectly fits the description. Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom had the second longest reign among British monarchs, ruling for over 63 years from 1837 until 1901. Her reign, known as the Victorian era, was a significant period in British history marked by industrial, cultural, political, scientific, and military change within the United Kingdom and expanding British Empire.

Definition of "VICTORIA"

a state of south-eastern Australia; population 5,313,823 (2008); capital, Melbourne. Originally a district of New South Wales, it became a separate colony in 1851 and was federated with the other states of Australia in 1901.

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Atlanta 's finest could promenade in phaetons, victorias and tallyhos pulled by gleaming horses

 The Crossword clue "British monarch with the second longest reign" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Guardian Quick	13 May 2022	VICTORIA