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politics2 days ago•3 min saved

Charles's Caribbean Tour Faces Scrutiny Over Empire's Extractive Wealth

King Charles III is set to tour the Caribbean from October 27 to November 4, visiting the Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua and Barbuda. While the visit aims to foster community and shared futures, critics argue it ignores the exploitative nature of British colonialism. Recent UK political rhetoric has falsely claimed that colonies owe Britain gratitude for institutions, a view contradicted by historical records. Winston Churchill admitted in 1937 that colonial wealth, particularly from Caribbean slavery, financed Britain's global dominance. The UK government refuses to pay reparations, despite growing demands from former colonies for accountability and justice.

via The Guardian|

#british-empire #caribbean #king-charles-iii

culture3 months ago•4 min saved

National Portrait Gallery pulls Churchill-linked video amid Bengal famine row

A 40-minute video installation by Helen Cammock at the National Portrait Gallery was withdrawn after criticism of its portrayal of Winston Churchill's role in the 1943 Bengal famine; the gallery framed the piece as artistic reflection rather than a documentary, while the artist argues it challenges established histories and invites scrutiny of who is commemorated.

via BBC|

#artistic-expression #bengal-famine #culture

television7 months ago•16 min saved

SNL U.K. Reanimates Britons for a Jurassic Park–Style Last Supper

SNL U.K.'s debut episode features a Last Supper sketch where David Attenborough reanimates famed British figures (including Princess Diana and Winston Churchill) with “Jurassic Park” technology to discuss what truly makes Britain great, but the dinner devolves into bickering over appetizers as Attenborough quips that the NHS and CenterParcs are the real answer.

via Variety|

#david-attenborough #jurassic-park-technology #princess-diana

world10 months ago•1 min saved

British Aristocrat with Churchill Links Faces Serious Charges

The Duke of Marlborough, Charles Spencer-Churchill, has been charged with choking someone and is scheduled to appear in court, amid a troubled past including disinheritance and family scandals. He is a distant relative of Winston Churchill and Princess Diana, and has faced legal and personal issues related to his privilege and history.

via NBC News|

#blenheim-palace #british-aristocrat #choking-charge

history1 year ago•8 min saved

Unveiling the Mystery of Winston Churchill's Dead Platypus

The article uncovers the true cause of Winston Churchill's dead platypus, revealing that high temperatures during transport likely caused his death, dispelling previous theories of submarine shell-shock, and details Australia's unique efforts at platypus diplomacy during and after WWII.

via BBC|

#australia #diplomacy #history

movie-review2 years ago•2 min saved

"Brutally Posh: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Review"

"The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," directed by Guy Ritchie, is described as the perfect airplane movie, embodying the principles of familiarity, simplicity, and escapism. The film, a fictionalized account of a real World War II operation, offers a frivolous touch to a serious matter, making it suitable for casual viewing during flights.

via The New York Times|

#airplane-movie #guy-ritchie #movie-review

arts-and-culture2 years ago•1 min saved

Rejected Portrait of Winston Churchill Goes Up for Auction

A portrait of Winston Churchill painted by artist Graham Sutherland, whom Churchill despised, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in London on June 6, with an estimated price of $622K to $995K. The oil-on-canvas study, created as a preparation for a larger portrait that Churchill detested and later destroyed, is on display at Churchill’s birthplace, Blenheim Palace, before the auction. The surviving study captures Churchill in profile against a dark background and offers insight into the backstory of its creation, providing a glimpse into the British leader's concern with his image.

via NBC News|

#arts-and-culture #auction #graham-sutherland

arts-and-culture2 years ago•1 min saved

"Controversial Study of Winston Churchill's Portrait Heads to Auction"

A portrait of Winston Churchill by artist Graham Sutherland, whose work the British leader despised, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in London on June 6. The surviving oil-on-canvas study, expected to fetch between 500,000 pounds and 800,000 pounds, was created as a preparation for a larger portrait that Churchill loathed and later destroyed. The painting is currently on public display at Churchill’s birthplace, Blenheim Palace, and offers a glimpse into the backstory of its creation and the controversy surrounding it.

via The Associated Press|

#arts-and-culture #auction #graham-sutherland

movie-review2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: Guy Ritchie's Spirited WWII Caper with Henry Cavill and Cary Elwes"

"The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" is a World War II action movie directed by Guy Ritchie, inspired by the true story of a secret mission authorized by Winston Churchill to undermine Hitler’s fleet of German U-boats. Led by a renegade ex-criminal named Gus March-Phillips, the team embarks on a daring and dangerous operation, featuring crackling dialogue, straightforward set-pieces, and a terrific ensemble cast. The film's approach owes much to Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds," and while lacking in suspense, it delivers a sense of delight in watching the team succeed despite setbacks, ultimately offering a thrilling and unconventional take on wartime heroism.

via Variety|

#action-movie #guy-ritchie #movie-review

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"DeSantis' Withdrawal and the Impact on Haley's Presidential Campaign"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis misattributed a quote to Winston Churchill in a recent speech, joining a long list of individuals who have erroneously cited the former British prime minister to add weight to their statements. This phenomenon, known as "Churchillian drift," has become increasingly common as internet users seek short, witty phrases. Despite the inaccuracy, Churchill's legacy of resilience and leadership continues to inspire people worldwide.

via The Washington Post|

#historical-figures #misattributed-quotes #political-speeches

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"DeSantis Ends Campaign, Embraces Trump, and Faces Reality in Florida"

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the suspension of his presidential campaign with a quote attributed to Winston Churchill, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," which was found to be falsely attributed to Churchill by the Winston Churchill Project at Michigan's Hillsdale College and the International Churchill Society. The society also noted that the quote is often incorrectly attributed to Abraham Lincoln. DeSantis' campaign has not responded to requests for comment on the matter.

via CBS News|

#attribution #fake-quote #politics

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"DeSantis' Withdrawal and the Mystery of the Fake Churchill Quote"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis used a quote attributed to Winston Churchill, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," which is actually from a 1939 Budweiser ad. The International Churchill Society confirmed that the quote is not found in Churchill's works, and it's also misattributed to Abraham Lincoln. This incident highlights the frequent misattribution of quotes to Churchill, with other popular misquotes identified. The mishap draws attention to DeSantis' presidential campaign, which began with technical difficulties on Twitter Space.

via WFLA|

#budweiser-ad #misattributed-quote #political-mishap

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"DeSantis Ends Presidential Bid, Endorses Trump Despite Churchill Misquote"

Ron DeSantis suspended his presidential campaign with a misattributed Winston Churchill quote, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." The International Churchill Society debunked the quote, stating that Churchill never said it. DeSantis, trailing behind Nikki Haley and Donald Trump, endorsed Trump and acknowledged that a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Trump another chance, citing Trump's superiority over Joe Biden.

via The Independent|

#politics #presidential-campaign #quote-misattribution

politics3 years ago•5 min saved

DeSantis shuts down hecklers with Churchillian flair.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faced down a heckler at a campaign event in South Carolina, accusing him of running a 'police state,' before adapting one of Winston Churchill's most famous speeches for his 'war on woke.' DeSantis used his stump speech to deliver a 30-minute attack on frontrunner Donald Trump, without ever using his name, promising that 'focus' not 'entertainment' would help him get the job done. A new poll shows DeSantis has lost ground to Trump in the past month, despite launching his campaign last week.

via Daily Mail|

#donald-trump #politics #republican-nomination