Thatcher

Definition

Margaret Thatcher was a British politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990. She was known for her conservative policies, strong stance against the Soviet Union during the Cold War, and significant impact on both British domestic policy and international relations.

Related terms

Conservatism: A political philosophy that promotes retaining traditional social institutions in the context of culture and civilization.

Cold War: A period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and the United States and their respective allies, which lasted from 1947 to 1991.

Privatization: The transfer of ownership of property or businesses from a government to a privately owned entity