Now, everyone remembers the role of Churchill and Roosevelt throughout the war, but there

was a third man key to their relationship, and of the three of them, the only one to

remain in power at the end of war in August 45.

McKenzie King was the Prime Minister of Canada, the largest British Dominion and America's

closest ally.

By the start of the war, King knew both FDR and had been friends with Churchill since

first meeting him in 1905.

King would serve as the linchpin between the great powers, yet he's now often overlooked.

Joining me is Neville Thompson.

Neville is a professor emeritus of history at the University of Western Ontario, where

he taught British and European history.

He is also the author of the wonderful book, the third man Churchill Roosevelt McKenzie

King and the untold friendships that won World War II, which recounts the relationship

between the three men based on King's personal dais.

But before we get started, it's a big thank you to all those who support the podcast

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Right, onto the men's feature, Neville, thanks for joining me, and let's start with King

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