EPISODE · Mar 8, 2026 · 12 MIN
08 Churchill’s Gamble on Persian Oil
from Crude Ambition: This is the story of power · host By Seven Media
Episode 8 explores the pivotal moment in history when oil transitioned from a mere commodity to a crucial element of national security, focusing on the decisions made by William Dox Darcy, Admiral John Fisher, and Winston Churchill leading up to World War I. It highlights the challenges of oil supply, the political maneuvering involved in securing oil resources, and the long-term geopolitical consequences of these decisions.
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Episode 8 explores the pivotal moment in history when oil transitioned from a mere commodity to a crucial element of national security, focusing on the decisions made by William Dox Darcy, Admiral John Fisher, and Winston Churchill leading up to World War I. It highlights the challenges of oil supply, the political maneuvering involved in securing oil resources, and the long-term geopolitical consequences of these decisions.
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