#319 The Making of Winston Churchill Part 1

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One of the most famous leaders of the twentieth century, Winston Churchill is far more than just WWII. The ‘pretty baby’, who as a boisterous boy fought for the attention of his aristocratic parents eventually emerged into adulthood as a soldier and war journalist. Soon he finds ...  Show more

During the summer break, the 15-Minute History podcast team are republishing some of their favorite episodes. Both episodes 1 & 2 of the podcasts on Winston Churchill originally aired in late March of 2021

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Part One Excerpt:

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How did Winston Churchill become so influential? What propelled him into the limelight? What made people idolise him?  Realistically, there are hundreds of potential answers. But one that’s overlooked is less about politics and more about psychology.  In today’s episode, I share ...  Show more

Confronted with the impending threat of Nazi invasion, Winston Churchill outlines the stakes of the war and rallies the British people to fight on against seemingly insurmountable odds.