| When | Thursday 18th June 2026 at 19:00 |
| Where | The Exchange, Sturminster Newton 1 Old Market Hill Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 1QU |
| Event Type | Talks |
| Price | £10 |
| Booking | Preferred |
| Tickets | |
| Also available at 1855, Market Cross, Sturminster Newton |
Winston Churchill- The Making of a Warlord is a vivid journey through the life of one of history’s most iconic leaders. Acclaimed military historian and former intelligence officer, Anthony Tucker Jones will give a talk on how Churchill’s formative years- marked by adventure, ambition, and relentless self-belief- shaped the warlord he would one day become.
Through a rich collection of rare photographs, archive material, and visually striking imagery, Tucker-Jones traces Churchill’s transformation from rebellious schoolboy to cavalry officer, from daring war correspondent to emerging political force. Each chapter brings to life the campaigns and conflicts that forged Churchill’s worldview: the northwest frontier of India, the deserts of Sudan, the Boer War battlefields, and the Admiralty corridors where he first tasted the burden of command. These defining moments laid the foundations of the strategic instincts, resilience, and audacity that would later steer Britain through its darkest hour.
Far more than a chronological album, this pictorial biography offers an intimate and multidimensional portrait. Tucker-Jones’s expert commentary provides crucial context and insight, revealing the experiences that shaped Churchill’s character, sharpened his instincts, and ignited the fierce determination for which he is remembered.
Evocative, authoritative, and visually captivating, The Making of a Warlord enriches our understanding of Churchill not merely as a statesman, but as a young man forged by conflict and driven by destiny. This is an essential volume for history enthusiasts, Churchill admirers, and anyone drawn to the dramatic interplay of image, story, and legacy.
About the Author
Anthony Tucker-Jones, a former intelligence officer, is a well-established writer and military historian with well over 70 books to his name. This is his third volume on Winston Churchill following on from the critically acclaimed Churchill Master and Commander and Churchill Cold War Warrior. His work has also been published in numerous magazines and online. He frequently appears on podcasts, radio and television and is a regular guest at international speaking events. His television credits include the Netflix series Churchill at War.
For further information, Anthony’s website can be found at: www.atuckerjones.com