Winston Churchill and Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship preceded her ascent to the throne in 1952. They first met during the war when her father King George VI was the monarch. Their long relationship would eventually see her break royal protocol in order to show respect to him and his family.
The legendary politician was the first Prime Minister she worked with when she became Queen and she was said to greatly value his wisdom and guidance. For Churchill’s part, politician Roy Jenkins said […]
Winston Churchill’s friendship with the Queen which led her to break royal protocol