The British Government and the Falkland Islands, 1974-79 [electronic resource] /
Donaghy, A.author.
Drawing on recently declassified government files, private papers and interviews, this book argues that through a combination of preventative diplomacy and robust defence planning, the Labour government of 1974-79 succeeded in maintaining peace, avoiding the fate of its Tory successors.
Description based upon print version of record.
Cover; Contents; Acknowledgements; List of Abbreviations; Maps; Introduction; 1 'Leave This Poisoned Chalice Alone': January-September 1974; 2 The Lowest Common Multiple: September 1974-July 1975; 3 A Sensational Hostage: July 1975-February 1976; 4 Islands Surrounded by Advice: February-June 1976; 5 The Mixed Approach: June 1976-January 1977; 6 Absentee Landlords: January-August 1977; 7 Defence of the Realm: August 1977-January 1978; 8 'No Talks, Just Football': January 1978-May 1979; Conclusion; Notes; Select Bibliography; Index
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Drawing on recently declassified government files, private papers and interviews, this book argues that through a combination of preventative diplomacy and robust defence planning, the Labour government of 1974-79 succeeded in maintaining peace, avoiding the fate of its Tory successors.
International relations.
Great Britain—History.
Imperialism.
World politics.
Great Britain—Politics and government.
History, Modern.
International Relations.
History of Britain and Ireland.
Imperialism and Colonialism.
Political History.
British Politics.
Modern History.