may 10, 1940 - WInston Churchill becomes Prime Minister
Description:
Winston Churchill, First Lord of the Admiralty, is called to replace Neville Chamberlain as British prime minister following the latter's resignation after losing a confidence vote in the House of Commons. He formed an all-party coalition and quickly won the popular support of Britons.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 10, 1940
Now
~ 84 years ago
