Man of the Century: Churchill; Part 2 (Twentieth Century Series) (copy A)

Duration: 12:00

Year Published: 1957

Creator: CBS

Complete Record: Traces the life of Winston Spencer Churchill from his birth at Blenheim Palace in 1874 through the school, military, political, and retirement phases of his life until 1954. Covers his military experience in South Africa and India. Describes his early political career when he served as Home Secretary, First Lord of the Admiralty, and Minister of Munitions during World War I. After ten years out of office, he returns to Parliament where he continually warned of Hitler's growing menace. Shows him assuming the office of Prime Minister at the resignation of Chamberlain in 1940. Portrays the heroic role he played as the symbol of hope and determination of Britain during the bombardment and threatened German invasion in 1940-1941. Follows his meeting with Roosevelt and Stalin during their wartime conferences. Describes his writing and painting activities after his political defeat in 1945. Depicts his regaining of the office of Prime Minister in 1953. Closes with the visit of Queen Elizabeth to his 80th birthday celebration.