Winston Churchill's Favorite Cigar Merchant + His Legacy of Style | The Fabric of the Man | EP3

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In this third episode of The Fabric of a British Icon, Kirby Allison continues to explore the life and style of Winston Churchill by delving into the institutions and traditions that defined his legacy. Our journey begins at J.J. Fox, Churchill’s favorite cigar merchant, where we uncover the historical significance of this storied establishment and its role in Churchill’s lifelong passion for cigars. Next, we travel to Chartwell House, Churchill’s cherished country retreat, where Simon Cundey of Henry Poole unveils a remarkable collection of Churchill’s uniforms, some over 100 years old. These garments offer a rare glimpse into the sartorial history and personal style of Britain’s legendary leader. Philip Reed, Director Emeritus of Churchill War Rooms, walks us through the historical significance of these garments, which are being shown to the public for the first time in this video! The episode concludes back on Savile Row at Henry Poole with an elegant black-tie dinner celebrating the life, legacy, and unmistakable style of Winston Churchill. Through these iconic locations and moments, this episode continues to illuminate the unparalleled craftsmanship, quality, and tradition that shaped Churchill’s enduring image and character. Join us as we pay tribute to the man behind the legacy, blending history, elegance, and the timeless art of British craftsmanship. 🎬 Watch The Full Series 🔸 https://youtu.be/KNI0hf64Reg 1️⃣ https://youtu.be/JS7bSjLQCQ0 2️⃣ https://youtu.be/8Qw9uXfL7ag 3️⃣ https://youtu.be/V7tSCRF21pE ➡️ JJ Fox Website: https://www.jjfox.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjfoxcigars 👔 Henry Poole Website: https://www.henrypoole.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henrypooleco Special Thanks to Philip Reed, Director Emeritus of Churchill War Rooms, for his support filming this series. 🙌 SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCygkzPpueoIJQsLUnGEqFdA/join 📽️ Join this channel to support our content with independent craftspeople and artisans: https://www.patreon.com/kirbyallison 🛒 Shop All Kirby Allison Products: https://www.kirbyallison.com #winstonchurchill #london #kirbyallison 🌟 MOST POPULAR VIDEOS ▶️ $400 Shoes vs $1300 Shoes - A Black Cap Toe Oxford Comparison: https://youtu.be/uKFO_x8C2ek ▶️ Gentlemen's Day Out In London | Kirby Allison & Tom Chamberlin: https://youtu.be/NIwK7DuPzI8 ▶️ Inside The Original John Lobb London: https://youtu.be/pc_TsO2lfUk ▶️ How To Cut A Cigar With Davidoff of London: https://youtu.be/DEhhk-0HZE4 ▶️ How To Smoke A Cigar At Davidoff London: https://youtu.be/xsuEd9xpCfM ▶️ Huntsman & Sons New York: https://youtu.be/6VmxRoInFAk ▶️ Double Bespoke Commission with John Kent & Terry Haste: https://youtu.be/-w5OBVL_oAU ▶️ From Suit to Shoot: A British Shooting Series: https://bit.ly/3CSJqf8 🎬 The Fabric of a British Icon: Winston Churchill 00:00 Series Introduction 01:30 JJ Fox 07:36 JJ Fox Cigar Museum 11:15 Smoking One of Churchill's Favorites 17:18 Chartwell House 35:15 Back in London: Celebrating Churchill's Legacy of Style 🧺 Dry cleaning provided by Rave Fabricare: https://bit.ly/3ery0FU 📍 FOLLOW US ON OUR OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA! 🔹 INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/kirbyallison 🔹 TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@kirbyallisonofficial 🔹 X: www.twitter.com/kirby_allison