Who is the greatest British person ever?
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Who is the greatest British person ever?
Sir Winston Churchill
Top 10
| Rank | Name | Advocate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sir Winston Churchill (1874–1965) | Mo Mowlam, British politician. |
| 2 | Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806–1859) | Jeremy Clarkson, TV presenter. |
| 3 | Diana, Princess of Wales (1961–1997) | Rosie Boycott, journalist and feminist activist. |
| 4 | Charles Darwin (1809–1882) | Andrew Marr, journalist and TV presenter. |
Is Churchill the greatest Briton?
In a nationwide BBC poll, attracting more than a million voters, Winston Churchill was voted the greatest Briton of all time, ahead of Diana, Darwin, Shakespeare, Newton, Elizabeth I, and Cromwell. In the ever-lengthening decades of ‘Post-War’ the nation has clung to Churchill as the last vestige of the illusion.
Did you know facts about England?
14 Interesting Facts about England
- England is a country in the UK.
- Jumping a queue can be illegal.
- England fought the shortest war in history.
- England is home to one of the weirdest sports.
- England is mostly flat.
- England is the birthplace of many famous scientists.
- The National dish is an Indian food.
Why was Winston Churchill great?
Churchill is best remembered for successfully leading Britain through World War Two. He was famous for his inspiring speeches, and for his refusal to give in, even when things were going badly. Many people consider him the greatest Briton of all time and he’s almost certainly the most famous British prime minister.
Was Winston Churchill the greatest Briton?
In a nationwide BBC poll, attracting more than a million voters, Winston Churchill was voted the greatest Briton of all time, ahead of Diana, Darwin, Shakespeare, Newton, Elizabeth I, and Cromwell. Before 1940 that judgement would have astounded Britons.
Who was King of England 1280?
Edward I ‘Longshanks
Edward I ‘Longshanks’ (r. 1272-1307) Born in June 1239 at Westminster, Edward was named by his father Henry III after the last Anglo Saxon king (and his father’s favourite saint), Edward the Confessor.