30th of November 1874. IWM H11842 When noticing the birth dates of the senior WW2 personalities, it often strikes me that many were 'Victorians' for a pretty large chunk of their lives. 'Modern' history is a strange and fluid thing...
Churchill the "Gangster", Inspecting coastal defences near Hartlepool, 31st July 1940. Photographed by Capt. W.G. Horton, H 2646A Published on the cover of Illustrated 10th August 1940 German propaganda leaflet, 'Wanted For Incitement to Murder'
Short History Of... - Winston Churchill - BBC Sounds Released On: 27 Nov 2023 - Available for over a year Winston Churchill is one of the most recognisable figures of the 20th Century. Voted in 2002 as ‘the greatest Briton’, he’s remembered for his unfailing leadership throughout the Second World War, as he steered Britain through its darkest hour to eventual victory. But what is the real story behind Churchill? How did the rise of Hitler thrust him into the spotlight? What sort of controversy surrounded the famed politician? And why was he dumped by the British electorate just after winning the war in Europe? This is a Short History Of Winston Churchill. Written by Dan Smith. With thanks to Andrew Roberts, historian and author of ‘Churchill: Walking With Destiny’
