Winston Churchill was the influential British Prime Minister during World War II. He served from May 1940 to July 1945 and was known for his steadfast leadership during one of Britain’s most challenging periods. Churchill was a powerful orator, inspiring British resilience against Nazi Germany’s advances. His speeches rallied the British public and strengthened their resolve to fight on after early setbacks. Churchill also played a crucial role in forging alliances with the United States and other nations, contributing to the eventual defeat of the Axis powers and establishing a post-war order in Europe.