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Number One
In 1940, Adolf Hitler’s armies had invaded much of Europe, which led to a rebellion in the British House of Commons against the prime minister of the United Kingdom, Neville Chamberlain.
Number Two
The rebels believed Chamberlain was not up to the task of leading his country during World War II. Chamberlain later resigned, and Winston Churchill, the first lord of the Admiralty, took his place.
Number Three
Churchill’s appointment in May 1940 brought great confidence that Britain would win the war under his leadership. From the very start, Churchill knew that he could not win the war without the help of the United States, whose industrial might and manpower could ensure the eradication of Hitler.
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