Lord Peter Ricketts – Peace Makers – Shaping The Modern World: The Men and Women of the Foreign Office in WWII

Lord Peter Ricketts joins Iain Dale to discuss Peace Makers – Shaping The Modern World: The Men and Women of the Foreign Office in WWII, his gripping new account of the British diplomats who quietly shaped the course of the Second World War and the peace that followed. Drawing on his unparalleled experience at the heart of UK national security, Ricketts brings to life the men and women who forged alliances, supported resistance movements, managed refugee crises and helped build the post‑war international order, all while working under bombardment, navigating collapsing regimes and showing extraordinary resilience. He also explores how the war transformed the Foreign Office itself, opening doors for pioneering women and redefining Britain’s global role. Peace Makers brings these stories together in a compelling narrative that blends fresh research with vivid storytelling. It offers a new lens on the war, one that highlights diplomacy as a frontline force and reveals how its legacy continues to shape our world.

This event is kindly sponsored by: Malcolm Wall Media Ltd.