Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill, a prominent British statesman, was born on November 30, 1874.

Winston Churchill, the eldest son of Rt. Hon. Lord Randolph Churchill and Jennie Jerome, was born on November 30, 1874.

WSC's father, Lord Randolph Churchill, died on January 24, 1895.

On November 15, 1899, Winston Churchill was captured by the Boers in an ambush of an armoured train near Chieveley, South Africa.

On December 12, 1899, Winston Churchill escaped from prison at the State Model School in Pretoria.

Winston Churchill served as a Member of Parliament for a total of 63 years and 360 days, representing five successive seats. He was in the Commons throughout his terms as prime minister and covered the terms of eleven other prime ministers.

On September 12, 1908, Winston Churchill marries Clementine Hozier.

On 6th December 1921, Winston Churchill helped negotiate the Anglo-Irish Treaty creating the Irish Free State, which was signed in London by David Lloyd George, Michael Collins, and Arthur Griffiths.

Winston Churchill delivers his first speech in the House of Commons, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding Britain’s air defences on March 14, 1933.

Following the death of Hindenburg, Adolf Hitler proclaims himself Chancellor and Führer of Germany, consolidating his power.

Following the Norway Debate, Winston Churchill assumes the role of Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after the resignation of Neville Chamberlain, amidst the invasion of Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands by Germany.

On May 13, 1940, Winston Churchill delivered his first speech as Prime Minister, famously stating “Blood, toil, tears and sweat” as he addressed the challenges facing Britain during World War II.

Winston Churchill delivers a powerful speech to Parliament, stating 'We shall never surrender' during a critical juncture of World War II.

Faced with the inevitable attack from Hitler and the completion of France's conquest, Churchill addressed the Commons on 18 June with one of his most famous speeches, preparing the nation for the Battle of Britain.

Churchill delivers his iconic speech 'Never was so much owed by so many to so few' to the House of Commons, rallying support during a critical time in history.

During the wartime period, Winston Churchill maintained an intense work schedule, often working 18-hour days, including weekends. His leadership style was characterized by being both charming and generous, as well as exasperating, rude, and bad-tempered. He drove himself and his staff hard, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his responsibilities.

Winston Churchill's best-selling collection of war speeches, 'Into Battle' (also known as 'Blood Sweat and Tears' in USA and Canada), was published on 6th February 1941.

Churchill meets President Roosevelt aboard HMS Prince of Wales and USS Augusta at Placentia Bay, Newfoundland, where the Atlantic Charter is drafted and signed, laying the foundation for post-war international cooperation.

From 28 November to 1 December 1943, Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin met at the Tehran Conference, where they discussed the opening of a second front in western Europe and the division of Germany after the war.

Winston Churchill participates in the Yalta Conference along with President Roosevelt and Joseph Stalin to discuss post-war reorganization.

VE Day marked the acceptance of Germany's surrender by the Allies. Churchill made significant broadcasts and appearances to celebrate the victory.

Churchill participates in the Potsdam Conference, where he meets with President Harry Truman and Stalin to negotiate surrender terms for Japan and discuss post-war boundaries for Europe.

After losing the election, Churchill resigned as prime minister and was succeeded by Attlee who formed the first majority Labour government. The election results were delayed until 26 July due to the need to collect votes from those serving overseas.

Winston Churchill delivered his famous 'Iron Curtain' Speech in Fulton, Missouri on March 5, 1946.

Winston Churchill delivered his famous Iron Curtain Speech on March 5, 1946, highlighting the division between Eastern and Western Europe.

Winston Churchill publishes 'Their Finest Hour,' the second volume of his war memoirs, providing insights into his experiences during the war.

In 1953, Winston Churchill was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature for his significant literary contributions.

Winston Churchill experiences a severe stroke on this day.

Winston Churchill delivers a rousing speech at the Margate party conference, confirming his recovery from a stroke. He is also awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, accepted at the ceremony in Oslo by his wife.

At the age of eighty, Winston Churchill resigns as Prime Minister. He declines the offer of a dukedom from Queen Elizabeth II to remain as a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons.

Winston Churchill is awarded the Charlemagne Prize at Aachen, Germany.

Winston and Clementine Churchill mark their Golden wedding anniversary at the Villa Capponcina, Lord Beaverbrook’s estate in France.

Winston Churchill goes on his first cruise on Onassis yacht Christina.

Winston Churchill publishes an abridged one-volume edition of The Second World War with an Epilogue on 1945–57, his last original writing.

Churchill makes his last public appearance at the window of No. 28 Hyde Park Gate on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

On January 24, 1965, Winston Churchill passed away.

Winston Churchill passed away on January 24, 1965.

A state funeral is held at St. Paul's Cathedral for Churchill, and he is buried next to his parents in Bladon churchyard.

In a 2002 BBC poll, Winston Churchill was voted the greatest Briton of all time, with his nearest rival being Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

The event Churchill and Europe took place in February 2017, highlighting Winston Churchill's relationship and impact on Europe.

The event Churchill and the Presidents took place in March 2021, focusing on Winston Churchill's interactions with various U.S. Presidents.