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1974 in Review: Political Shakeups and P...
1977 in Review: Jubilee and Jubilation
1978 in Review: Trials and Tribulations
1989 in Review: The End of an Era
1988 in Review: Changing of the Guard
1973 in Review: Turmoil and Triumph
1972 in Review: Transition and Turmoil i...
1979 Unwrapped: A Pivotal Year in Britis...
1970 in Review: Upheaval and Uncertainty
1987 in Review: Turmoil and Triumph
1985 in Review: Pride and Heartbreak
1984 in Review: Conflict and Controversy
Willie John McBride
William Whitelaw
Wilfrid Brambell
Val Doonican
1983 in Review: Optimism Returns
1982 in Review: A Retrospective Journey ...
Val Doonican
Val Doonican was an Irish singer, entertainer, and television personality who rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s.
Read More1975: When Britain Seemed to be Falling Apart
1975 proved an immensely challenging period for Britain as the economic and political crises of the early 1970s continued to batter the country from all sides.
Read MoreWilfrid Brambell
Wilfrid Brambell was an Irish actor best known for his role as Albert Steptoe in the popular British sitcom “Steptoe and Son.”
Read More1977 in Review: Jubilee and Jubilation
1977 was one of contrasts for the United Kingdom. As the Queen’s Silver Jubilee sparked nationwide celebrations of her 25-year reign, the country grappled with economic uncertainties and social divisions.
Read MoreWilliam Whitelaw
William Whitelaw, also known as Willie Whitelaw, was a British politician and statesman who played...
Read More1978 in Review: Trials and Tribulations
1978 was a year of upheaval and unrest in Britain, with a sputtering economy and simmering social divisions coming to the fore.
Read MoreWillie John McBride
Willie John McBride is an Irish former rugby union player and coach, hailed as one of the greatest locks in the history of the sport.
Read More1979 Unwrapped: A Pivotal Year in British History
As the tumultuous 1970s ended, Britain stood at the cusp of a new era. This was the year 1979 when Margaret Thatcher became the UK’s first female Prime Minister
Read More1983 in Review: Optimism Returns
Britain in flux under Thatcher. Economy overhauling painfully as traditional industries decline, driving North-South divide & racial tensions. But UK retains global cultural clout through rock music & blockbusters. Royal baby William sparks optimism, as does unlikely FA Cup winners Blackpool.
Read More1984 in Review: Conflict and Controversy
1984 saw signs of economic recovery and cultural excitement after years of recession. Musically, British pop and rock surged worldwide.
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