
The origins of Brexit: Britain and Europe 1946- 2016
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Britain's Economic Shift: Joining the European Economic Community
This chapter examines the reasons behind Britain's decision to join the European Economic Community in the early 1970s, highlighting the economic struggles of the 1960s. It delves into significant political hurdles, particularly those imposed by French president de Gaulle, ultimately framing EEC membership as a crucial strategy for Britain's economic recovery.
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