Winston Churchill

Why Winston Churchill is so fondly remembered in Missouri

The Winston Churchill Memorial and Library is located in Fulton, Missouri. Do you know why? Read more to find out.

Queen Elizabeth II and Winston Churchill's unlikely friendship

The pair who ruled during World War II enjoyed a deep and enduring friendship despite their differences.

Winston Churchill gives his famous speech "The Few" in the House of Commons

"Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few."

Who is your favorite British Prime Minister?

There have been some fascinating British Prime Ministers over the years. Here's some of the more notable ones.

Wonderful visits to the homes of British prime ministers and soldiers

These amazing houses, the homes of heroes and statesmen, are wonderful tourist attractions to visit on your next vacation in Britain.

The “last lion of British politics”, Sir Winston Churchill

We know Winston Churchill as a hard-nosed, inspirational Prime Minister who led Britain through one of its toughest periods. How did that come to be?

When Winston Church became Prime Minister in 1940

On May 10, 1940, Winston Churchill, the British leader who guided Great Britain through the crisis of World War II, became Prime Minister.

Remembering Britain's WWII hero Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill, an icon to many, and certainly the United Kingdom's most revered Prime Minister.

Behind every great man - The life of Winston Churchill's beloved wife Clementine

Winston Churchill's wife Clementine Hozier was a formidable woman.

Roosevelt and Churchill's 1941 Christmas speech during WWII

When Winston Churchill went to Washington following Pearl Harbour, the world took notice.

Queen Elizabeth II - A historic reign

Queen Elizabeth II ruled for 70 years and 214 days before her death on 8th September 2022, at the age of 96 years. We take a look back at her incredible historic reign.

On This Day: William Pitt became British Prime Minister aged of 24, in 1783

Steve Roberts takes a look at the town of Westerham, and its most famous sons.

What you need to know about VE Day

Victory in Europe Day (known as VE Day), May 8, celebrates the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces.

Winston Churchill's VE Day speech

Have you seen this amazing clip?

Joe Wright on his Winston Churchill biopic, Darkest Hour

Joe Wright orchestrated the wonderful Churchill biopic. Have you read our interview with the director?

BHT's latest issue! From Prince Philip's legacy to Winston Churchill's wife

As the British Heritage Travel team revels in the fact that relative normality has returned we explore the best of British history and some wonderful travel inspiration.