4 - Europe, Cold War And Decolonisation Flashcards
How did many people feel about Britain’s ties?
They should be closer with Europe
What does EEC stand for? When was it founded?
European Economic Community
1957
How was West Germany’s economy growing in the EEC? How did they compare to Britain?
It grew 5% from 51-64
Britain only grew half as much
What was Britain’s interest in the EEC originally like? What group were they involved in at the time?
Little
EFTA
What does EFTA stand for? What are 2 examples of countries that use it?
European Free Trade Association
Norway and Austria
By what time did Britain change its mind on joining the EEC? Who vetoed this?
Late 50s
French President Gaulle
What did French leader Gaulle fear about Britain? What did he not want to see?
Commitment to Europe was too weak
Special trade agreements
What is an example of a special trade agreement made by Britain?
Commonwealth
When did Gaulle veto Britain again regarding joining the EEC? What did he fear?
1965
They were too close to the US
What did Egypt leader Nasser resent about the Suez Canal? What did it bring little of to Egypt?
It was largely owned by British and French households
Wealth
What year did Nasser nationalise the Canal?
1956
Which 2 countries made an agreement? What was the agreement?
France and Britain
They would invade the Canal Zone
Where did France and Britain want Israel to invade? Where was their agreement made?
Egypt
Sèvres
Why did Britain, France and Israel want to invade the Suez Canal? Which 2 countries opposed this agreement?
To keep the waterway open for profit
US and USSR
What did the US threaten Britain with if they invaded the Suez Canal? What happened after this threat?
Withdrawing of loans
British troops were withdrawn
