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The Second World War and Churchill (1939-1945)

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The Second World War lasted from 1939 to 1945. Winston Churchill was the wartime Prime Minister who led Britain to victory alongside its allies. Victory in Europe (VE) Day is marked on 8 May.

Memory tip: WWII: 1939-1945. Churchill is the wartime PM. VE Day = 8 May.

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Who was the British Prime Minister for most of the Second World War?

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