Darkest Hour (2017) - We Shall Fight on the Beaches Scene (10/10) | Movieclips

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Overview

This video clip features Winston Churchill's historic and inspiring speech to the British Parliament during World War II. Following the successful evacuation of British forces from Dunkirk (Operation Dynamo), Churchill addresses the nation, acknowledging the grave threat posed by Nazi Germany but also expressing unwavering determination to fight for freedom and never surrender.

• Churchill's Address to Parliament

  • 🗣️

    Churchill addresses the Parliament regarding the very real threat of a Nazi invasion. [00:00]

  • 💪

    He expresses his confidence in the ability of the British people to defend their homeland. [00:26]

  • 🤝

    Churchill emphasizes the strong alliance between Britain and France, stating they will fight together. [01:25]

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    He vows to continue the fight against Nazi tyranny across all domains: land, sea, and air. [02:21]

  • 🏝️

    Churchill famously declares that the British will fight on the beaches, landing grounds, fields, streets, and hills, never surrendering. [02:53]

• A Promise of Resistance

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    Even if Britain were to be occupied, Churchill asserts that the British Empire would continue the fight from overseas. [03:34]

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    He expresses his hope and belief that the "New World," with its power and might, would eventually join the fight to liberate the "Old World." [03:51]

  • 🎉

    The speech concludes with the resounding chant of "Victory!" echoing the unwavering spirit of defiance against Nazi aggression. [04:41]

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Key moments

1. 00:00

   Setting the Stage

   00:00

   Churchill addresses the question of a potential invasion.

   00:25

   He expresses confidence in the ability of the British people to defend their homeland.

2. 01:05

   The Resolve of a Nation

   01:05

   Churchill reiterates the commitment of the British government and people to fight against Nazi aggression.

   01:25

   He highlights the strength of the British Empire and the French Republic, united in their cause.

3. 02:09

   A Promise of Relentless Resistance

   02:09

   Churchill acknowledges the fall of European nations to Nazi rule but emphasizes the British refusal to surrender.

   02:13

   He outlines the various fronts on which the British will fight, including France, the seas, the air, and their own land.

4. 02:58

   The Iconic Phrase: "We Shall Never Surrender"

   02:58

   Churchill delivers his famous line: "We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills. We shall never surrender!"

5. 03:13

   The Empire Beyond the Seas

   03:13

   Churchill addresses the possibility of Britain being overrun, expressing his confidence in the British Empire's ability to continue the fight.

   03:47

   He envisions a time when the "New World" (the United States) will join the fight and help liberate Europe.

6. 04:01

   A Resounding Call for Victory

   04:01

   The speech concludes with a resounding call for victory, met with cheers from the Parliament.