Winston Churchill: Essential Biographies: A Short History by Robert Blake (Engli

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Winston Churchill: Essential Biographies by Robert Blake Elected to Parliament in 1900, he served in both Conservative and Liberal governments, and became Chancellor of the Exechequer under Baldwin, A period in the political wilderness was ended by the declaration of the Second World War and his appointment to the Admiralty; FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Winston Churchill is probably still the best-known Prime Minster of Great Britain. Born at Blenheim Palace, he joined the army after Harrow, but in 1899 resigned his commission to report on the Boer War. Elected to Parliament in 1900, he served in both Conservative and Liberal governments, and became Chancellor of the Exechequer under Baldwin, A period in the political wilderness was ended by the declaration of the Second World War and his appointment to the Admiralty; after Chamberlains resignation in 1940 he led a coalition government. He worked closely with Roosevelt and to a lesser degree with Stalin throughout the war. He lost the election of 1945 but became Prime Minister again from 1951 to 1955. His last years saw a return to writing, including his memoirs of the Second World War. Notes A concise introduction to the life of Winston Churchill, including full chronology, and details of both his career and personal life. Long Description Winston Churchill is probably still the best-known Prime Minster of Great Britain. Born at Blenheim Palace, he joined the army after Harrow, but in 1899 resigned his commission to report on the Boer War. Elected to Parliament in 1900, he served in both Conservative and Liberal governments, and became Chancellor of the Exechequer under Baldwin, A period in the political wilderness was ended by the declaration of the Second World War and his appointment to the Admiralty; after Chamberlains resignation in 1940 he led a coalition government. He worked closely with Roosevelt and to a lesser degree with Stalin throughout the war. He lost the election of 1945 but became Prime Minister again from 1951 to 1955. His last years saw a return to writing, including his memoirs of the Second World War. Details ISBN0752453866 Author Robert Blake Pages 128 Publisher The History Press Ltd Year 2009 ISBN-10 0752453866 ISBN-13 9780752453866 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint The History Press Ltd Place of Publication Stroud Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 941.082092 Illustrations Illustrations, ports. Birth 1916 Death 2003 Language English Subtitle A Short History Replaces 9780750915076 Publication Date 2009-09-22 UK Release Date 2009-09-22 AU Release Date 2009-09-22 NZ Release Date 2009-09-22 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:21370832;

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