Churchill: A Man of Destiny (March 12, 19, 26)

Winston Churchill, with all his idiosyncrasies, tenacity, unyielding perseverance, occasional indulgences and moments of childishness, remains an iconic figure whose genius left an indelible mark on history. He stands as one of the greatest individuals ever to occupy 10 Downing Street. Over the course of three presentations, we will examine Churchill in depth—the man behind the myth, his remarkable career as a writer, his leadership during the tumultuous years of World War II and his enduring legacy as a statesman. Churchill was one of the most significant figures of the 20th century, and his influence continues to shape global politics and international relations today.

Murray Norcross, M.D., M.P.H., is a 30-year career U.S. Navy medical officer and family physician who has served in the Cold War, Operation Desert Storm and the Global War on Terror. An eyewitness to many historic events of the past 30 years, Murray served two staff tours in Washington, D.C., deployed in support of several Joint Task Forces, and was stationed overseas for six years, split between Bahrain and Japan. Murray holds master’s degrees in international relations, public health and health care administration. He is an avid photographer, writer, researcher, artist and lifelong learner.