David Lloyd George, The Man Who Won The War?

Speaker: Jonathon Rodell
Thomas Haig Joffre Lloyd George At Meaulte France 1916 IWM Q 1177 (Cropped) Ed

The image above shows Lloyd George in a discussion with Generals Haig and Joffre.

Lloyd George was appointed to the newly-created role of minister of munitions following the Shell Crisis in 1915.  In June 1916 he became Minister of War, and Prime Minister on Dec 6th 1916. He was generally in favour of actions away from the Western Front, and pushed for the convoy system against navy opposition.

The New Conductor Opening Of The 1917 Overture
The new conductor for the 1917 overture.

Members and non-members of The Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new members are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts.

Event organiser: Ox & Bucks branch
21 March 2026 14:30 to 21 March 2026 16:30
The Guide Centre, School Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Bucks HP8 4JJ
Branch contacts
David Adamson
(Branch Chairman)
Email David Adamson
Nigel Crompton
(Deputy Chairman/Events Organiser)
Email Nigel Crompton

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