Thatcher As An International Figure

Question 1

What was thatcher like as an international stateswoman?

Answer 1

-not experience with foreign affairs
-by 1987 she was a respected stateswoman + tough stance against USSR earned her nickname ‘the iron lady’

Question 2

What did supports point to?

Answer 2

-special relations with US
-combative strike with Europe won br a rebate
-willing to work with European allies in strengthening the EEC

Question 3

What did others point to?

Answer 3

-Healey called her ‘Reagan poodle’
-people didn’t think she would stand up to Reagan
-Powell feared UK becoming a satellite for US