“Want of foresight, unwillingness to act when action would be simple and effective, lack of clear thinking, confusion of counsel until the emergency comes, until self-preservation strikes its jarring gong - these are the features which constitute the endless repetition of history.”

British statesman and writer of the early-to-mid 20th century, Churchill is best known for his leadership as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II. His speeches and writings—particularly during the war—are celebrated for their clarity, resilience, and eloquent defiance in the face of adversity.