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Sounds,27 Nov 2023,50 mins,

Winston Churchill

Short History Of...
Contains some violent scenes.

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Winston Churchill is one of the most recognisable figures of the 20th Century. Voted in 2002 as 鈥榯he greatest Briton鈥, he鈥檚 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 鈥楥hurchill: Walking With Destiny鈥.

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