005 - Speech at the outset of the First World War 1914

Dive into the rich history of British politics with the third volume of the LibriVox collection featuring iconic speeches from the House of Commons. This compelling collection includes ten remarkable addresses delivered between 1601 and 1960, showcasing the voices of renowned figures such as Queen Elizabeth I, Queen Victoria, and influential parliamentarians like Edmund Burke, Herbert Asquith, Winston Churchill, Barbara Castle, Margaret Thatcher, and Michael Foot. Each speech is a powerful testament to the era in which it was delivered, echoing the values and challenges of their time. Experience history come alive through these captivating readings, narrated by Ruth Golding.