Did Churchill save the monarchy?
Summary
Historian Ted Powell discusses Winston Churchill’s complex relationship with the British monarchy in this History Extra episode. He explores Churchill’s clashes with George V, his controversial support for Edward VIII during the abdication crisis, and his close wartime partnership with George VI. The conversation also covers Churchill’s role in guiding the young Queen Elizabeth II and his enduring belief in constitutional monarchy as a bulwark against tyranny.
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