The Churchills

Product Description

"Eminent historian David Starkey (Monarchy) tells the parallel stories of the two greatest war leaders in British history, both of whom were named Churchill. It is well known that Winston Churchill led Britain and her allies to victory against Hitler in World War II; less well-remembered is John Churchill, first Duke of Marlborough, who battled a much earlier would-be dictator of Europe, the Sun King Louis XIV of France. John Churchill was not only Winston’s ancestor, but he was also his inspiration and subject; Winston was a writer and historian before he was Prime Minister, authoring a massive, million-word biography of John Churchill, titled Marlborough: His Life and Times. Starkey argues that it was the decade he spent immersed in history, working on Marlborough that turned Winston from a politician into a great statesman, and prepared him for the immense task of leading the nation against Nazi Germany. "

Features

• GET ALL OF THE FACTS - Learn how Winston Churchill was inspired by his ancestor, John Churchill, as he led his nation against Germany.
• FANTASTIC NARRATION - Eminent historian David Starkey (Monarchy) tells the parallel stories of the two greatest war leaders in British history, points out the similarities in their lives, and makes a convincing case that John was Winston's inspiration.
• A MUST-HAVE - A perfect addition to any personal collection.
• THREE PART SERIES - Three episodes are presented on a single DVD. Region 1 coded (US & CANADA).
• MAKES A GREAT GIFT - Perfect for the history enthusiast in your life.

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