Foreign Developments: Thatcher's View on Europe and America Flashcards
What stance did Thatcher have with Europe?
A confrontational stance
What stance did Thatcher have with America?
She was more empathetic with America
Why might Thatcher have been more confrontational with Europe?
Potentially to get better policies related to Britain for their EEC Membership
What was one of Thatcher’s first actions as Prime Minister?
She demanded 1 billion pounds back from the leaders of Europe
How much money did Thatcher get from Europe in the end after her speech?
£700 million
What did Thatcher work on with America to bring an end to?
The Cold War
Who was the President for most of the time Thatcher was Prime Minister?
Ronald Reagan