I was very glad that Mr. Attlee described my speeches in the war as expressing the will not only of Parliament but of the whole nation. Their will was resolute and remorseless and, as it proved, unconquerable. It fell to me to express it, and if I found the right words you must remember that I have always earned my living by my pen and by my tongue. It was a nation and race dwelling all round the globe that had the lion heart. I had the luck to be called upon to give the roar.

Summary

In this quote, Winston Churchill reflects on his role as a speaker during the wartime. He expresses his gratitude for Clement Attlee acknowledging that his speeches not only represented the collective will of Parliament but also the entire nation. Churchill attributes the success and determination of the nation during the war to its widespread and unwavering resolve. As a skilled writer and orator, Churchill claims he was fortunate to have been tasked with vocalizing the lion-hearted spirit of the nation, embodying their strength and determination through his words.