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Winston Churchill as a Leader
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Winston is born in Oxfordshire
Winston was born into high Society. His father was Lord Randolph Churchill and his mother was Jennie Jerome, an American socialite. This helped his future career. -
The Afghanistan Campaign
Winston Churchill served with the Malakand Field Force in Afghanistan. His courage during the fighting is legendary and even movies like "Young Winston" have been made about it. -
Battle of Britain Begins
Winston's and the rest of England's bravery was put to the test when the Germans began bombing the island in 1941. -
Battle of Britain Ends
Winston Chirchill demonstrated his commitment to the people by keeping their hope alive using both the original "Keep Calm and Carry On" campaign, to his infamous broadcasts. -
The Battle of Taranto
Winston Chirchill had a great idea: to attack Germany through Italy instead of tearing through a ruined France. The Battle of Taranto is one famous example of this. He risked exposind Nort Africa, but ultimately his idea peid off, -
Winston's Sense of Humour
"A lady came up to me one day and said 'Sir! You are drunk', to which I replied 'I am drunk today madam, and tomorrow I shall be sober but you will still be ugly." –Winston Churchill Not quite sure when he said it though... -
Yalta Conference
Winston wanted cahnge for his people and for the entire world. He used his position as a Prime Minister to guide the conference towards a better future. -
Winston Loses Election
Even though he was a hero to the people and very popular worldwide, Winston lost the election at the end of the war. He took this as an unavoidable fact and didn't squabble for power like a lesser man. -
The Iron Curtain Speech
Winston Churchill gave his infamous Iron Curtain speech about the division present in Europe. This was particularly important because he was persisten in remaining in politics even after he lost the election. Although he initially wanted the word to be united, he was realistic in facing the division that had been formed. -
Winston Re-Elected
After a change of political party, Winston once again won the prime ministry. This is yet another installment of his commitment for his country. This time, he focused on improving their economy and working with the Americans.
