History
Queen Victoria & the British Empire
Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901, the longest reign of any British monarch until then. During the Victorian period the British Empire grew to be the largest in the world and Britain led in industry and trade.
Key facts
- ◆ Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901.
- ◆ The British Empire was at its height during her reign.
- ◆ The period is known as the Victorian era.
- ◆ Britain was a leading power in industry, trade and the arts.