

The TRUE History Of Winston Churchill | Andrew Roberts
Aug 27, 2025
Andrew Roberts, historian and author of "Churchill: Walking with Destiny," dives into Winston Churchill's extraordinary leadership and near-fatal experiences that shaped his path to Prime Minister. They dissect Churchill's controversial decisions during World War II, particularly regarding his relationships with Stalin and Hitler. The discussion also touches on Churchill's drinking habits, his contributions in World War I, and the complexities of his legacy from various perspectives, including the impact of his leadership on modern Britain.
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Mistiming Undermines Big Historical Claims
- Daryl Cooper's thesis blaming Churchill for escalating WWII is based on factual mistimings about Churchill's government role.
- Andrew Roberts says blaming someone not in power at the time is a straightforward error of fact.
Money Didn't Buy Churchill's Conscience
- Claims that Jewish donors bought Churchill's politics are false and misunderstand his character.
- Roberts notes Churchill accepted money from Jews and non-Jews but was not swayed by donations.
Why Churchill Chose Hitler As Principal Enemy
- Churchill prioritized defeating Hitler because a hegemonic Germany threatened European balance and Britain.
- Roberts argues Stalin posed no comparable immediate threat to Western Europe, making alliance with the USSR necessary to defeat Hitler.