Key Chronology - The Rise Of Margaret Thatcher, 1975-83 Flashcards
1
Q
What happened between 1978 and 1979?
A
The Winter of Discontent
2
Q
What happened in May 1979?
A
Conservative general election victory
3
Q
What happened in February 1981?
A
Formation of the SDP
4
Q
What happened in June 1982?
A
Surrender of Argentine forces in the Falklands
5
Q
What happened in September 1982?
A
Unemployment above 3 million
6
Q
What happened in June 1983?
A
Massive Conservative victory in general election
7
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What happened February 1975?
A
Edward Heath replaced as leader by Margaret Thatcher