One of the 20th century's most significant figures, Churchill remains popular in the UK. He is generally viewed as a victorious wartime leader who played an integral role in defending liberal democracy …

Feb 1, 2026 · Winston Churchill (1874–1965) was a British statesman, orator, and author. During his first term as prime minister (1940–45), he rallied the British people and led his country from the brink of …

Oct 27, 2009 · Winston Churchill was one of the best-known, and some say one of the greatest, statesmen of the 20th century. Though he was born into a life of privilege, he dedicated himself to …

Winston Churchill was voted the Greatest Briton in a UK 2002 BBC poll, primarily for his efforts to inspire the British people during the Second World War. He received more votes than Princess Diana, …

Read about Winston Churchill's family life and relationships, hobbies, and ultimate resting place, provided by the National Churchill Museum.

In 1939, Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain appointed Churchill to First Lord of the Admiralty. Churchill became known for his fierce opposition to concessions to Hitler in his conquest of Europe, as well as …

Oct 9, 2023 · A comprehensive timeline of key and critical events in Churchill’s life, from his birth in 1874 to the death of Lady Churchill in 1977.

The Right Honorable Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, KG, OM, CH, FRS, PC (November 30, 1874 –January 24, 1965) was a British statesman, best known as prime minister of the United …

Winston Churchill in 1904, aged 29 The early life of Winston Churchill covers the period from his birth on 30 November 1874 to 31 May 1904 when he formally crossed the floor of the House of Commons, …

Feb 1, 2026 · Winston Churchill - WWII Leader, Prime Minister, Statesman: In a sense, the whole of Churchill’s previous career had been a preparation for wartime leadership.