History Extra podcast Who moulded Winston Churchill?
Oct 22, 2023
Professor David Reynolds discusses Winston Churchill's relationships with influential figures including Stalin, Mussolini, Gandhi, and Attlee, and how they shaped him. They explore his admiration for Roosevelt, his changing opinions of Mussolini, Hitler, and Stalin, and his contrasting views on imperialism. They also discuss the impact of Churchill's parliamentary speeches and his worldview.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Winston Churchill's Path to Greatness
02:00 • 3min
Churchill's Determination and Relationship with Chamberlain
04:48 • 7min
Winston Churchill's Views on Mussolini, Hitler, and Stalin
12:17 • 16min
Churchill's admiration for Roosevelt and views on imperialism
27:54 • 18min
The Impact of Parliamentary Speeches and Churchill's Worldview
46:10 • 2min