Many people have heard of Winston Churchill, but not all of these people know of his accomplishments nor his dedication to his country, Britain.
Churchill was born November 30th, 1874, in Woodstock England (Jennifer Rosenburg, Sir Winston Churchill). Growing up, his father was the Prime Minister of Marquess of Salisbury, in Britain. His father was the one who influenced him into politics. Churchill’s father was such influence on him that after his father died, he wrote a biography on him. Later on in his life he took on many different political positions, such as; Secretary of State for the colonies and First Lord of the Admiralty, but the most important Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
As a young man in the early 1900s, Churchill enrolled into the military and fought in World War I. While serving, he picked up knowledge of various things; ships, training bases, and strategy tactics. This not only helped him in battle, but it also proved to help later on in life when he became Prime Minister.
Churchill was elected into the position of Prime Minister in early May of 1940, and he left office in late July of 1945. He was easily voted into this position because of his words of persuasion. During this time Britain was going through the worst time possible, World War II. At this time Britain was the lowest that it had ever been in their entire history. Most of the people in Britain felt hopeless and defeated because the majority of them had lost their houses to bombs and fires. Some were homeless and starving, trying to survive through this tough time.
Churchill wrote many speeches during his time in office as British Prime Minister. The most famous of all of his speeches is “The Iron Curtain.” In this speech he tried to lure ...
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...r, and we shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be. We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender” (Winston Churchill, House of Commons, June 4, 1940).
During that time these words were what people wanted to hear. These words gave people the strength for people who were fighting, to keep fighting, and for those that were not fighting, to start fighting.
Churchill wrote a book entitled, While England Slept. It highlighted the United Kingdom’s lack of military preparation to face the threat of Nazi Germany’s expansion. It attacked the current policies of the UK government, led by his fellow Conservative Neville Chamberlain. It had the effect of galvanizing many of his supporters, and built up public opposition to the Munich Agreement.
Through his speeches, he tried to persuade America to join in the fight against the growing power if Nazism. One of his speeches are “The Lights Are Going Out”. He said this speech in 1938, to the people of the United States. The purpose of his speech was to encourage the US to join forces with Britain to overtake Nazi Germany. The subject of his speech is the loss of other countries, and America joining the war, and the tone of the speech is urgency. Churchill’s word choices in his speech “The Lights Are Going Out” are effective through his use of rhetoric and vocal techniques.
Churchill began his political career in the early twentieth century, gaining fame in Parliament throughout the years for being an unconventional thinker. A very influential member of Parliament, Churchill was able to sway opinions in his favor to accomplish his goals. He demonstrated this immense ability to get things done, one example being his upgrades to the Royal Navy. After this, he was able to influence government officials to support the further modernization of the British army through the development of airplanes and tanks. Though he lost his position as First Lord of the Admiralty after the Battle of Gallipoli, he soon returned to having an important place in government when he was appointed Minister of Munitions in 1917 by prime minister Lloyd George. As Minister of Munitions, Churchill would oversee the production and distribution of weapons during the war. Although not a highly influential role in government, Churchill still had some sway: “The influence of Churchill, though never supreme, did shape some policy. His actual positions as Minister of Munitions, Minister of War, or Secretary of State for the Colonies tended to vary with what needed urgently to be done. His achievements and failures were on an important
He showed real beneficial points of production which I agreed how production could change the population especially changing the variety of working, but I criticized on the disadvantages of mass production he mentioned. This is because one company could offer more money to their people which having money is the aim of most of us, so when a place offer money, it has more beneficial rather than disadvantages. However, Churchill described the main differences of WWI and previous wars which were significant points because it is true that a lot of damages were caused in WWI that destroyed most people’s lives, and the cause of the wars is not indicated in any places. Also, it told the way of how Generals and armies are not heroes which I precisely disagree his point because people fight for their families and protect them from enemies. That’s why they need to fight and are seen as heroes but not heroes of their country, heroes of their family. In addition, he also described future wars which WWI had recently ended in his time, but he predicted to have another war which will be much cruel. It was true because WWII happened and caused more damages to the world; many women and children died with it. This was an extraordinary prediction because how someone can predict the future and become reality? However, as he mentioned peace was in people’s heart and was more important than having wars as
This time was a very important time in our history. A speech by Winston Churchill during this time gave us an insight about what was going on.
Winston Churchill, born November 30, 1874 in Blenheim Palace, UK by Lord and Lady Randolph Churchill. He was president through 1917-1925 and 1937-1949. He led America victory in the First World War. He also led the nation in economic boom in the 20’s. Churchill died January 24, 1965 in London UK.
Winston Churchill was born unexpectedly at Blenheim Palace, a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. He was the youngest son of Randolph Churchill and Jennie Churchill. Addison stated, “Winston’s father, Lord Randolph Churchill, was a younger son of the seventh duke of Marlborough, a substantial Tory statesman who had held office under Disraeli” (Addison 8). His father was a successful man. Addison added, “His mother, Jennie Churchill, was the daughter of a New York financier, Leonard Jerome, and his wife Clara” (Addison 7). He did not spend much time with his parents. Addison comments, “Neither of Churchill’s parents lacked affection for Winston, but they saw little of him and he felt profoundly neglected” (Addison 11). His parents were pushy and did not think much of him. Winston Churchill had two brothers, one of which was a bad person and the other was calm. The author describes the oldest brother, George, by stating, “He scandalized contemporaries with his adulterous affairs, sold off the Blenheim art collection, and died in his laboratory at Blenheim ‘with a terrible expression on his face” (Addison 9). Winston Churchill’s oldest brother had a bad history that he was known for. Winston Churchill had a wife name Clementine Hozier. He proposed to his wife at Blenheim Palace and they had five children. Clementine Hozier supported him through all of his fights and elections. However, Winston Churchill was a big achiever during his lifetime. He won the Nobel Peace Prize for Literature in 1953. He achieved many goals, such as being a soldier, politician, prime minister and writer. Winston Churchill knew that he was capable of failing and when he did, he did not let that stop him from being successful. He was one of the world’s ...
There is nothing here of that frenzied, fanatical worship which the soul-starved youth of Germany pour out upon their Fuehrer. The frank homage which the British offer to Churchill is based upon a sane and understanding appreciation of his real qualities, and is maintained by the bonds of sympathy and common interests. They are fond of him. They like his gaiety of spirit, his wit and humour; and they prize his dauntless courage and steely determination.’ Malcolm denies the fanaticism as part of people’s admiration for Churchill which he surely feels was something that the people of Germany had for their Fuhrer.
The last thing that is prominent in his speech is anaphora. He uses it to stress key points and or to urge a direct response. Anaphora "We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated; we have prostrated ourselves..." These words were chosen to show that they have tried everything. They have plead, protested, begged, and figuratively laid face down.
Churchill served as a soldier from 1896 to 1897. He also worked as a journalist in India. In 1898 he fought in the battle of Omdurman in Sudan. He was captured by the Boers and made a daring escape. Upon returning to England in 1900, Churchill was very popular and considered a hero.
Winston Churchill was a British prime minister from 1940-1945. Churchill was a statesman, orator, and author, most importantly he was a great leader. He is best remembered for successfully leading Britain through World War II. He held authentic, and inspiring speeches in attempt to keep his country’s spirits up. In which he succeeded.
By examining Churchill’s use of rhetoric we can see what exactly made him such a great leader. His speeches were able to do more damage to the Nazis than any bomb could have done because his language rallied the people together. His use of repetition proved his points and reminded the country of what mattered most. His descriptive words helped build up anger against the Nazi rule and persuade everyone to pull through the tough times. He used pronouns in such a way that it would personalize everything and help unify his country. Through his unique use of words Churchill was able to convince many that if they could just endure that they would at last be victorious (Bungay).
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During this meeting, they discussed who would ultimately become the next Prime Minister (Murray). The film portrayed this event as the only option with a short meeting in which Churchill was not present. In the movie, he awaited the news by a mail runner as he was smoking a cigar and lying on his bed. The film depicts Churchill’s character as having no prior office experience and no leadership capabilities what-so-ever. How Churchill actually got into office is very different than what the movie portrays.
In September of 1939, King George VI had to deliver the most paramount speech of his life. Britain declared war on Germany, and he had to convey that message to his subjects (Farndale, “King’s Speech”). War is a difficult message for any king to announce, but it is an arduous task for a king with a speech impediment. Nevertheless, he orated with fluidity, courage, and grace. King George VI begins building his credibility with personal statements, citing convincing facts of declaration of war, and effectively utilizing emotional appeals; the handling of his speech defect, and his attempts to appeal to the emotions of the audience, strengthen the argument of unity through a trying time of hate.
Winston Churchill spoke these words at the House Commons; his way of talking to people was a power which he held. Winston Churchill was born November, 30 1874, in Blenheim Palace. He was born into a wealthy family who treated Winston to a rich lifestyle. In 1893 Churchill entered the Royal Military College as a cadet, from here on he rose to the top ranks commanded with great authority. He began to have political speeches at the age of 23 when he talked to the primrose League. When he was 24 he wrote his first book entitled The Story of the Malakand Field Force. Churchill was elected to the House of Commons at the age of 26, being one of the youngest members. Winston was appointed Prime Minister of England on May 10th 1940. Winston’s 2 books that were published shows people that he is a respectable author who people can believe what he says during his speeches. In this speech Winston was talking to the members of the House of Commons, but this speech was more than trying to persuade elected officials, it was intended to speak to all people fighting against the Nazi Party. The purpose of this speech was to show the members of Commons that we must fight in this war and we must win, for if England shall lose the rest of the world would lose.