International relations and diplomacy
What International relations and diplomacy means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Thatcher's foreign policy, including the Falklands, the 'special relationship' with the USA and moves to end the Cold War, made her a formidable international figure.
His diplomatic shortcomings alienated allies like Philip II of France and Leopold of Austria, which ultimately led to his capture.
Topics that use International relations and diplomacy
- 2A Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154–1216 – only) Richard I, 1189–1199 (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
- 2S The Making of Modern Britain, 1951–2007 – The impact of Thatcherism, 1979–1987 (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
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