Winston During Early Years, 1889
In 1889, when this photograph was taken, Churchill was a fourteen-year-old attending Harrow, a well-known private school. He was an indifferent student in several subjects and struggled to pass the entrance examination for the British military academy at Sandhurst. Churchill nonetheless distinguished himself in history, English composition, and fencing. He also successfully memorized 1,200 lines of poetry to win a school prize. Although both he and his parents frequently were disappointed with his performance, Churchill remembered several aspects of his school days with fondness and often returned for visits in later life. |
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Object Details:
Copyprint. New York World-Telegram & Sun Collection, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress (15)
Related Theme:
Forebears and Family
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