Churchill's Legacy describes how Winston Churchill wielded his influence in post-war politics to enable the restoration of Europe through two key speeches in 1946. Having first helped bring victory to the Allies in 1945; Churchill went on to preserve the freedom of the world by gaining the support of the United States in the restoration of Europe. In Fulton Missouri; Churchill alerted America to the reality of 'Uncle Joe'--a tyrant determined to dominate Europe at any cost. Churchill called for an Anglo-American alliance based on their shared values and the deterrent of America's possession of the atomic bomb. Churchill also urged the Americans to recognize the debt they owed Britain for opposing Hitler in 1940. In doing so; he contributed to the US thinking behind the Marshall Plan. In Zurich; Churchill boldly proposed a partnership between France and Germany: a United States of Europe. The hatred stirred up by the war had to be replaced by partnership for Europe to recover its economic vitality and regain its moral stature. Together; the Anglo-American Alliance and a United States of Europe led by France and Germany would have the power to 'smite the crocodile' of Soviet ambition. The daring of Churchill's imagination and the scale of his architecture for a new Western Alliance was extraordinary. At the time; not many recognized the symmetry of what was proposed. At Churchill's funeral in 1965; commentators bemoaned the end of an era. In truth; Churchill was the catalyst of a new era--one built upon effective defense; economic revival; and European unity. His speeches have been awarded UNESCO heritage status.
#484787 in Books Sage Jesse 2008-05-27 2008-05-27Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 228.60 x .55 x 6.00l; .80 #File Name: 1403974934240 pagesEnslaved True Stories of Modern Day Slavery
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. EngrossingBy Debra JohnsonFascinating read for this growing problem.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Amazing Eye OpeningBy Little RedAfter doing much advocacy work against human trafficking; there came a point where I felt that I had read every slavery; kidnapping and abuse memoir possible. This book instantly became my favorite. Each chapter contains an inside look into various kind of slavery going on in the world - in homes; labor camps; etc. - and often right under our noses. I would highly recommend this book as it gives many differing first-hand experiences of those enslaved today.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Amazing book.By Ashley SlayneThis book is amazing; it shows the reader a glimpse of how horrid it is for people that deal with slavery; and not just one type of slavery.I think we need books like this one to be read more and more open to the public; the topic deserves more public recognition to help fight modern day slavery.
