Quote by Sir Winston Churchill

Thus, then, on the night of the tenth of May, at the outset of this mighty battle, I acquired the chief power in the State, which henceforth I wielded in ever-growing measure for five years and three months of world war, at the end of which time, all our enemies having surrendered unconditionally or being about to do so, I was immediately dismissed by the British electorate from all further conduct of their affairs.

Thus, then, on the night of the tenth of May, at the outset

Summary

This quote is from Winston Churchill, and it highlights the trajectory of his leadership during World War II. On the night of May 10th, he became the leader of Britain, a position he held for five years and three months during the war. Despite acquiring significant power and having a pivotal role in the Allied victory, he was dismissed by the British electorate once the war had ended and the enemies had surrendered. This quote captures the fluctuating nature of leadership and the sometimes fickle nature of political support.

By Sir Winston Churchill

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