Churchill's Bodyguard

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Documents the life of Walter Thompson, a man who served as Winston Churchill's bodyguard both before and during the Second World War. In the process, Thompson became one of Churchill's closest friends and confidants.

Walter Meets Winston: Episode Image
Episode 1Walter Meets Winston

This meticulously researched series, narrated by Robert Powell, is based on Walter Thompson's memoirs. Thompson saves Churchill from being shot by the IRA.

Lawrence and Walter Save the Day: Episode Image
Episode 2Lawrence and Walter Save the Day

Remarkable revelations. An exotic journey to the Middle East for the Cairo Conference, where Walter and Lawrence of Arabia save Churchill's life.

Nearly Killed in New York: Episode Image
Episode 3Nearly Killed in New York

Robert Powell narrates the revelatory series. On a visit to the USA and the Bahamas, Churchill is nearly killed, and danger stalks hospital corridors.

Indian Nationalist Assassin: Episode Image
Episode 4Indian Nationalist Assassin

Explosive historical facts revealed in the series based on Walter Thompson's memoirs. Churchill's knowledge of India places him in the line of fire.

Nazi Sniper Plan: Episode Image
Episode 5Nazi Sniper Plan

Hear amazing stories from the man closest to Churchill. An invitation to the Duke of Windsor's villa in Antibes creates an opportunity for a German sniper team.

Dangerous Travels: Episode Image
Episode 6Dangerous Travels

Astounding tales from the man who accompanied our wartime leader everywhere. The Prime Minister is nearly stabbed by an enraged pro-Nazi French Countess.

Surviving the Blitz: Episode Image
Episode 7Surviving the Blitz

Remarkable revelations from history. Missing death by seconds, and avoiding U-boats and bombs, Walter Thompson saves Churchill's life on the roof of Downing Street.

Attack at the Flying Boat Dock: Episode Image
Episode 8Attack at the Flying Boat Dock

Hear tales of wartime heroics. In the USA, a madman with a loaded revolver is arrested yards from Churchill as he is about to board a flying boat.

Winston's Double: Episode Image
Episode 9Winston's Double

An insight into the wartime leader via the memoirs of Walter Thompson. Walter foils one assassination attempt, but the Prime Minister's double is not so lucky.

Suicide Attack in Tehran: Episode Image
Episode 10Suicide Attack in Tehran

Explosive documentary series based on the memoirs of Walter Thompson. Hitler gives the go-ahead to assassinate Churchill using a suicide parachute squad.

The Kiss of Life?: Episode Image
Episode 11The Kiss of Life?

Explosive series based on Walter Thompson's memoirs. Churchill is seriously ill and stops breathing, but with no doctor in sight only Walter can resuscitate him.

The Sewer Bomb: Episode Image
Episode 12The Sewer Bomb

Hear more revelations in the documentary series based on Walter Thompson's suppressed memoirs. A trip to Athens, where the Greek communists plan to bomb Churchill.

Love Him to Death: Episode Image
Episode 13Love Him to Death

Concluding the series revealing the dangers faced by the Prime Minister and his security. This time, an official parting and an amazing revelation from Churchill.

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