The ‘special relationship’ with the USA?

Question 1

Who formally assured the concept of the ‘special relationship’ with the USA?

Answer 1

Winston Churchill.

Question 2

Why did Churchill argue the special relationship was important?

Answer 2

He believed it was essential to world peace.

Question 3

What historical events reinforced the idea of a UK–US special relationship?

Answer 3

World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War.

Question 4

What key values strengthened the UK–US special relationship?

Answer 4

Shared democratic values and similar global economic standing.

Question 5

How did Harold Wilson handle the Vietnam War in relation to the special relationship?

Answer 5

He refused to send UK troops due to public protest and economic concerns but avoided directly condemning the US.

Question 6

How did Edward Heath approach the special relationship?

Answer 6

He placed less emphasis on it, focusing more on European integration.

Question 7

What was the state of UK–US relations under Callaghan and Presidents Ford and Carter?

Answer 7

Relations were good and cooperative.