Winston Churchill's 'Life Of Reason'

Winston Churchill had an incredible background, which had earned him the respect of the people and the influence as the second most powerful individual in the United Kingdom. Churchill enrolled into a Military college when he was of age, and participated in many conflicts surrounding the areas of Cuba, India and Sudan. In 1908, Churchill became a politician. During his time as a member of parliament, he began the movement to support the labor class of the British, introducing the ideas of minimum wage, insurance for the unemployed and most importantly the People’s Budget, which taxed the rich to support the social departments. These achievements within the military and in the parliament supported his ethos when regarding the people.

Upon first hearing this quote in a Cockerell documentary, its forceful and decisive tone struck me. Here was a political leader expressing a conclusive opinion. It dawned on me that if those in the highest echelons of power could hold such absolute views; their impact on history must be momentous. However, well done is better than well said and so I decided to go to the Churchill College and National Archives to investigate further. The experience excited my inner archivist as I was able to practise the practical side of my subject, like I did when shadowing a history PHD

The year was 1940; the world’s second great World War was in full swing, with Britain and Germany at the forefront. The fall of Britain’s closest ally, France, stunned the British Empire and threw it into disarray. Through the chaos, Winston Churchill emerged. Churchill would be an inspiring leader who was able to rally the entire nation in times of hardship. Through his leadership, the “British Bulldog” would face the Axis powers and come out victorious, as well as become a public hero for the British people. Yet, immediately after the war, Churchill did not return to the prime minister seat because of a shocking defeat in his re-election, despite his immense reputation he gained from the war. Though lauded by the British population for his prowess as a wartime leader, Churchill’s conservative politics were out of touch with a population ready for post-war relief and led to his defeat in the 1945 election.

People can learn a lot of things from the past. As time go though the past gives us a lesson to learn. History is one of the important element that taught and inspire people to do great thing compare to the past. History taught us beliefs, values, and different traditions of a culture, even architecture had an influence by the past project. From the very beginning of architecture, people started to build a little tent using branch and stone. After that people start to build column to support the building. One of the examples that has shown the architecture had learn from the past is the acropolis of Athens and the white house at Washington D.C.

His life is an example of his spirit, overcoming the difficulties with which he was presented, and making himself stronger as a result of it. Churchill was a more than just a great speaker though; he was a great man and a great leader as well. He took over as Prime Minister of Britain during one of the most trying times ever to come upon the country, and led his country to eventual victory over their adversaries. The analysis of his speech allows one to come closer to understanding the true rhetorical genius of the man known as Churchill. In particular,

To know the past is to know the future. In his essay Knowing History and Knowing Who We Are, David McCullough argues about the importance of studying and teaching history. In his essay, he explains that there are three main points about history: character and its effect upon destiny, our failure of teaching the future generation, and the importance of learning and listening to history. David McCullough strongly advocates that audience should start to listen to and teach about the past in order to learn about the way a person’s character can affect their destiny.

There's a famous quote by George Santayana that states “Those who cannot remember the past are commanded to repeat it” (The life of Reason, 1905) Do you believe that Santayana had a point by saying such as thing ? There’s a book called “The Crucible” which centers around the Salem witch trials that took place in Massachusetts Bay Colony during the 1690’s. There were signs of something that started off small but led to something bigger. Americans still see those signs today, but we chose to not learn from what happened in the past. The Crucible is a resource everyone could learn something from that could help us modern Americans.

Have you ever heard the saying “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” and “We learn from history that we learn nothing from history.”? These quotes come from George Santayana and George Bernard Shaw, these men tell how it’s common for people to repeat past mistakes. However, if people learn to look back and understand history, it’s harder to replicate disastrous actions. History is full of wars and brutish words, yet the source of all these problems come from a single issue: power. Leaders seek power in every crevice they can find. In the book, “Animal Farm” by George Orwell, Napoleon is a cruel dictator who successfully takes over a farm after running off its competitors. Major, an old pig, told the farm of a new way of living. However, after he died, Napoleon steadily took over the farm. Therefore, taking the time to understand history’s past and mistakes can be an effective weapon against repeating the same mistakes. Failure to learn outcomes in a repetition of history, as Napoleon proves, as shown in today’s life, learning from history helps resolve futures issues, and only suffering comes from problematic actions of the past.

Churchill’s actions represent how he was a man that cared about others, wanted world peace, and

Winston Churchill’s headstrong resiliency in the face of danger defined his career as a war leader. Former Prime Minister David Cameron states,” He was an incredible leader for our country, and indeed for the whole free world, at an impossibly difficult time.” (1). Five months before his inauguration, Churchill gave his speech “House of Many Mansions” wherein he urged the then Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain and other world

On May 13th, Churchill addressed the Parliament in the House of Commons in his first speech as Prime Minister. He told them that he was focused on putting politics aside and forming a national government, which included all parties to wage war against Germany. This was a key speech, as it was the first one as the battle was beginning. As stated, it was only his first month of being Prime Minister when he delivered this speech; therefor it was very important for him to make a strong delivery that could leave an impact on the British people. Perhaps the most famous line throughout the speech was when Churchill said, “I would say to the house, as I’ve said to those who’ve joined the government: I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat” (American Rhetoric). This use of language and descriptive words really stood out to the people and showed his passion. He later goes on to say another very famous line from the speech, “You ask, what is our aim? I can answer in one word: victory. Victory at all costs, victory in spite of all terror, victory, however long and hard the road may be; for without victory, there is no survival” (American Rhetoric). Those specific lines from his famous speech were key to the start of a great relationship between Churchill and the British people. The speech set the course for his historic leadership of Britain during World War II. “His words established a new British attitude toward the growing conflict—and a reputation that would keep him in the Prime Minister's office through the end of the war in Europe” (Time). He provided his country with leadership through his communication skills and ability to deliver a strong persuasive speech. Just a few weeks later, Churchill went on to deliver his second speech of the Battle of France, also in the House of

Expresses the fact that people have made mistakes in the past, and some others continued to make those same mistakes. But why do these mistakes keep reoccurring? It happens because some people, don’t pay much attention from what happened before, or some others, just don’t happen to have it matter to them. Hitler for example tried to invade Russia during winter, Napoleon tried this before, and failed, once hitler made his way to Russia, the battle was lost, Russia had won

Winston Churchill’s speech “The Few” is one worthy as any of admiration. In this speech Churchill addresses the contrast between the brutality of World War One and World War Two. He speaks of how despite the lessening of bloodshed, much of Europe has lost more than they had in “The Great War”. However, he follows this disheartening reality, with another hope inspiring reality. Churchill reminds all of the audience of England’s upper hand of the sea, her allie America, and her inevitable victory. He then guarantees people’s hopes by reminding them of the vicious air battles which they have not only been fighting, but winning. The admiration for the fighter pilots is one felt by the whole of the country, this is so evident that Churchill himself states, “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.” A remarkable quote, holding more meaning than that of the words alone.

Rarely are we able to have face to face contact with great leaders let alone have enough time to hear their stories on the battlefield and what secrets lead them to success. A young future military officer may not have the opportunity to meet such great leaders or have the time to interview them but what they do have is time to read. Pete Blaber’s “The Mission, The Men, and Me” exposes his on the ground account of the operations he has commanded and further explains the many guiding principles that lead him to much success in all his endeavors, personal and military. Future officers

Being confident is one of the most important leadership quality to me. I choose Winston Churchill because he was confident in his opinion to Adolf Hitler, that no one should believe or think that Adolf Hitler was being honest. Winston Churchill said that Hitler will not keep his promise and he will do whatever he thinks is right.