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Suez 1956: The US Financial Squeeze on Britain 28.07.2026 8мин

In July 1956, Egypt's President Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalised the Suez Canal, triggering a crisis that would expose Britain's waning imperial power. Prime Minister Anthony Eden, determined to reverse the move, colluded with France and Israel in a secret plan to invade and retake the canal. But the gamble backfired when US President Dwight D. Eisenhower condemned the aggression and deployed economic weapons that Britain could not resist: a refusal to support the embattled pound, an IMF loan block, and an oil embargo. This episode unpacks the secret Protocol of Sèvres, the military operation at Port Said, and the financial stranglehold that forced a humiliating British withdrawal. We explore how the Suez Crisis marked a definitive shift in global power from London to Washington, ending any illusion of independent imperial action. Featuring details on sterling reserves, the Bank of England's desperate appeal, and the roles of US Treasury Secretary George Humphrey and UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld. #SuezCrisis #BritishEmpire #AnthonyEden #GamalAbdelNasser #DwightEisenhower #1956 #ImperialDecline #USBritain #FinancialPressure #IMF #SterlingCrisis #OilEmbargo #Collusion #France #Israel #MiddleEast #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The Biafran War: Britain's Arms and the Starvation of a Nation 28.07.2026 6мин

In 1967, the Eastern Region of Nigeria seceded as the Republic of Biafra, triggering a brutal three-year civil war. This episode unpacks Britain's controversial role: Harold Wilson's government supplied arms to the Nigerian federal side, despite widespread reports of starvation and genocide. We trace the strategic interests that drove British policy — oil, Commonwealth unity, and Cold War geopolitics — and reveal how the Wilson administration blocked humanitarian airlifts while quietly profiting from Shell-BP operations in Biafran territory. Key figures include Nigerian head of state Yakubu Gowon, Biafran leader Odumegwu Ojukwu, and British ministers George Thomson and Lord Shepherd. We also examine the role of media imagery: the haunting photographs of kwashiorkor-stricken children that galvanised global protest, and how Britain's moral credibility was damaged in the process. A forgotten chapter of empire's end, where the line between ally and accomplice blurred. #BiafranWar #NigeriaCivilWar #BritishEmpire #HaroldWilson #OdumegwuOjukwu #YakubuGowon #BiafraGenocide #ShellBP #OilPolitics #Commonwealth #Kwashiorkor #HumanitarianCrisis #ArmsTrade #1960s #ColdWar #PostcolonialAfrica #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

Britain's Leap into Europe: How Joining the EEC Redefined Empire's End 27.07.2026 5мин

When Britain joined the European Economic Community on January 1, 1973, it was more than a trade deal—it was a quiet admission that the imperial dream was over. Prime Minister Edward Heath navigated a decade of French vetoes, bitter Commonwealth negotiations, and domestic division to take the United Kingdom into the Common Market. This episode unpacks the 1971–72 accession talks, the battles over New Zealand butter and Caribbean sugar, and the seismic shift in British identity from global empire to European partner. We trace the twilight of the sterling area, the awkward farewell to Commonwealth preferences, and the long shadow of de Gaulle's 'non'. For listeners who have followed Britain's retreat from Suez, Aden, and the Gulf, this is the final chapter—not a surrender, but a realignment that reshaped Britain's place in the world. #EuropeanEconomicCommunity #EdwardHeath #BritainJoinsEEC #1973 #TreatyOfRome #Commonwealth #DeGaulle #GeorgesPompidou #SterlingArea #CommonwealthPreferences #BritishEmpire #FallOfEmpire #GeoffreyRippon #NewZealandButter #CaribbeanSugar #History #FexingoHistory #Europe Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

Sierra Leone 1961: The Quiet Independence That Shaped West Africa 27.07.2026 4мин

In April 1961, Sierra Leone became independent from Britain, but its path was far quieter than Ghana's. This episode explores the role of Sir Milton Margai, a physician turned prime minister, the constitutional conferences, the unique Creole community in Freetown, and how Britain handed over power without the fanfare of other African colonies. We delve into the Mende-Temne political dynamics, the role of the British governor Sir Maurice Dorman, and the legacy of a peaceful transition. Discover why Sierra Leone's independence was a model of decolonization, and how it later influenced the region. From the Lancaster House talks to the raising of the new flag, this is the story of a nation born quietly amidst the global shift of empire. #SierraLeone #MiltonMargai #BritishEmpire #Decolonization #WestAfrica #Freetown #Uhuru #1961 #Commonwealth #Creole #Mende #Temne #LancasterHouse #Independence #History #FexingoHistory #FallOfEmpire #AfricanHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

Ghana 1957: How Kwame Nkrumah Broke the Colonial Mold 26.07.2026 6мин

In March 1957, the Gold Coast became Ghana - the first sub-Saharan African colony to win independence from Britain. This episode traces the rise of Kwame Nkrumah, from his formation of the Convention People's Party in 1949 to his imprisonment and eventual premiership. We explore how Governor Sir Charles Arden-Clarke's calculated cooperation allowed a gradual transfer of power, the 1956 election that forced Britain's hand, and the dramatic independence ceremony in Accra. Ghana's freedom emboldened nationalist movements across Africa and marked a pivotal shift in global power as the British Empire began its final retreat from the continent. We also discuss the symbolism of the new nation's name and the lasting impact on Commonwealth relations. #GhanaIndependence #KwameNkrumah #GoldCoast #Decolonization #BritishEmpire #ConventionPeoplesParty #CharlesArdenClarke #AfricanHistory #1957 #Accra #IndependenceMovement #WindOfChange #ColonialHistory #Commonwealth #HistoryPodcast #FexingoHistory #Empire #Africa Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The Wind of Change Speech That Reshaped an Empire 26.07.2026 7мин

In February 1960, British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan stood before the all-white South African parliament in Cape Town and declared that a 'wind of change' was blowing through Africa. This episode unpacks the speech that marked a decisive turning point in the British Empire's retreat from Africa. We explore the secret drafting process, Macmillan's tense relationship with South African Prime Minister Hendrik Verwoerd, the immediate reactions from white settlers and African nationalists, and how the speech accelerated independence movements across the continent. Drawing on declassified cabinet papers and firsthand accounts, we trace how Macmillan's words — carefully calibrated to avoid alienating South Africa while signaling Britain's new course — exposed the widening gap between London's rhetoric and its diminishing power. The episode also examines the speech's aftermath: how it emboldened figures like Jomo Kenyatta in Kenya and Hastings Kamuzu Banda in Nyasaland, and how it deepened South Africa's isolation. A pivotal hour in the story of decolonisation, the 'Wind of Change' remains a touchstone for understanding Britain's reluctant farewell to empire. #WindOfChange #HaroldMacmillan #CapeTown #Decolonisation #BritishEmpire #SouthAfrica #HendrikVerwoerd #1960 #Africa #History #FexingoHistory #Macmillan #Empire #ColdWar #Colonialism #Independence #Uhuru #Commonwealth Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1976 IMF Crisis That Broke Britain's Global Ambitions 25.07.2026 5мин

In 1976, the United Kingdom, once the world's largest empire, was forced to humiliatingly beg the International Monetary Fund for a $3.9 billion loan. This episode examines how the sterling crisis, driven by the 1973 oil shock, the three-day week, and runaway inflation, culminated in Prime Minister James Callaghan and Chancellor Denis Healey accepting harsh IMF conditions. The cuts included the end of the British carrier fleet and withdrawal from the Mediterranean, effectively ending any pretense of global power projection. We explore the Letter of Intent, the role of IMF managing director Johannes Witteveen, and how this economic collapse sealed the fate of Britain's imperial legacy. The 1976 crisis wasn't just a financial bailout; it was the moment the British Empire's economic foundations finally gave way, shifting global power decisively to the United States and other rising economies. #UKHistory #IMF #1976Crisis #BritishEmpire #JamesCallaghan #DenisHealey #SterlingCrisis #EconomicHistory #ColdWar #LabourGovernment #DefenceCuts #GlobalPower #Decolonization #IMFloan #1970s #Britain #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1977 Lancaster House Conference That Ended Rhodesia 24.07.2026 6мин

In 1977, with the Rhodesian Bush War raging and sanctions biting, the British government convened a conference at Lancaster House in London to negotiate a settlement. This episode focuses on the intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy, the key personalities—including Ian Smith, Joshua Nkomo, Robert Mugabe, and the British Foreign Secretary Dr. David Owen—and the failed internal settlement that preceded the 1979 agreement. We explore the delicate balance of power, the role of the Commonwealth, and how the conference ultimately paved the way for Zimbabwean independence. The episode examines the strategic calculations of all sides: Smith's attempts to preserve white rule, the guerrilla leaders' demands for majority rule, and Britain's desire to extricate itself from its last major colonial entanglement in Africa. #LancasterHouse #Rhodesia #IanSmith #JoshuaNkomo #RobertMugabe #DavidOwen #BushWar #Zimbabwe #BritishEmpire #Decolonization #Commonwealth #1970s #History #FexingoHistory #Colonialism #Diplomacy #AfricanHistory #SouthernAfrica Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1961 Kuwait Crisis: Britain's Last Gunboat Diplomacy 24.07.2026 10мин

In June 1961, just days after Kuwait gained independence from Britain, Iraq's General Abdul Karim Qasim threatened to annex the tiny oil-rich emirate. Britain responded with a rapid military deployment of over 6,000 troops, warships, and aircraft under Operation Vantage. This episode examines the crisis through the eyes of the key players: Qasim, the Kuwaiti ruler Sheikh Abdullah al-Salim al-Sabah, British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan, and the Arab League. We dive into the logistical feat of rushing troops from Aden, Bahrain, and the UK to Kuwait, the role of the Royal Navy's commando carriers HMS Bulwark and HMS Victorious, and how the crisis exposed both Britain's continued military reach and its waning political influence. The episode also explores the oil dimension—Kuwait supplied 40% of Britain's oil—and the delicate diplomatic dance with Arab states like Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Ultimately, the crisis was resolved peacefully, but it marked a turning point: Britain could still project power, but it could no longer do so without Arab approval. #KuwaitCrisis #OperationVantage #AbdulKarimQasim #SheikhAbdullahalSalim #HaroldMacmillan #IraqKuwait #BritishEmpire #OilPolitics #RoyalNavy #HMSBulwark #HMSVictorious #ArabLeague #GunboatDiplomacy #1961 #MiddleEast #History #FexingoHistory #Postcolonial Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1968 British Withdrawal from Malaysia-Singapore 23.07.2026 9мин

In 1968, Britain announced it would pull its forces from Malaysia and Singapore by 1971, a decision that marked the end of an era in Southeast Asia. This episode explores the strategic reassessment under Harold Wilson's government, the impact on regional security, and the quiet dismantling of the Anglo-Malayan Defence Agreement. We delve into the role of key figures like Denis Healey, the Five Power Defence Arrangements that followed, and the legacy of Britain's military presence in the region. How did this withdrawal reshape the balance of power in Southeast Asia during the Cold War? And what did it mean for the relationship between the UK and its former colonies? Join Lucas and Luna as they unpack the story of Britain's retreat from 'East of Suez' in the Malay Peninsula. #BritishEmpire #EastofSuez #Malaysia #Singapore #DenisHealey #HaroldWilson #ColdWar #FivePowerDefenceArrangements #AngloMalayanDefenceAgreement #1968 #SoutheastAsia #MilitaryWithdrawal #Decolonization #Commonwealth #DefencePolicy #History #FexingoHistory #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1971 Trucial States: Britain's Quiet Exit from the Gulf 23.07.2026 7мин

By 1971, Britain had already withdrawn from Aden, Bahrain, and its East of Suez bases. But the final act of empire in the Arabian Gulf was not a dramatic evacuation — it was a carefully orchestrated handover to seven sheikhdoms who, days before the withdrawal, were still arguing over borders and oil revenues. This episode follows the last British Political Resident, Sir Geoffrey Arthur, as he shuttled between Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, trying to cobble together a federation that could survive the British departure. We revisit the little-known 1971 Iranian seizure of the Tunb islands and Abu Musa, the last-minute negotiations with Sheikh Zayed, and the quiet ceremony at the Union House in Dubai that ended 150 years of British paramountcy. No battles, no evacuation fleets — just a civil servant in a white suit, a handful of treaties, and a faded Union Jack lowered for the last time. #TrucialStates #SirGeoffreyArthur #SheikhZayed #AbuMusa #TunbIslands #1971Withdrawal #EastOfSuez #BritishEmpire #PersianGulf #UnitedArabEmirates #Sharjah #Dubai #AbuDhabi #OilPolitics #Decolonisation #FexingoHistory #History #Empire Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1963 Colonial Office Merger That Quietly Dismantled an Empire 22.07.2026 9мин

Long before the Union Jack came down in Aden or the last troops left East of Suez, Britain made a fateful bureaucratic decision: merge the Colonial Office into the Commonwealth Relations Office. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how a quiet Whitehall restructuring in 1963 — orchestrated by Duncan Sandys and Harold Macmillan — signaled the end of empire more clearly than any crisis. They trace the rivalry between the two offices, the key figures like Sir Hilton Poynton and Sir Arthur Snelling, and the human cost of administrative change in places like Nyasaland and Kenya. They also discuss the 'Wind of Change' speech, the Devlin Report, and the emotional farewell of colonial governors as their world vanished into a new Commonwealth framework. A story not of battles but of memos — and how the shape of a government department can alter the fate of millions. #ColonialOffice #CommonwealthRelationsOffice #DuncanSandys #HaroldMacmillan #WindOfChange #Decolonisation #BritishEmpire #Whitehall #SirHiltonPoynton #SirArthurSnelling #Nyasaland #Kenya #DevlinReport #1963 #UKHistory #Empire #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1963 Colonial Office Merger That Quietly Dismantled an Empire 22.07.2026 8мин

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the surprisingly consequential 1963 merger of the Colonial Office into the Commonwealth Relations Office, a bureaucratic restructuring that signaled the symbolic and practical end of the British Empire as a governing entity. They discuss the role of Secretary of State Duncan Sandys, the merger's architect, and the quiet disappearance of the Colonial Office—a department that had ruled over a quarter of the world's population. Lucas traces how the merger was driven by Prime Minister Harold Macmillan's 'Wind of Change' speech and the accelerating independence movements across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. The episode also examines the unexpected consequences, including the loss of institutional expertise on colonies and the centralization of decolonization policy in Whitehall. Figures like Sir Hilton Poynton, the last Permanent Under-Secretary of the Colonial Office, and Sir Arthur Snelling, the first head of the merged department, come into focus. Lucas and Luna consider what the merger meant for the people in the remaining colonies—like the Seychelles, Fiji, and Hong Kong—and how this administrative shift paved the way for the final phase of imperial dissolution. #ColonialOffice #CommonwealthRelationsOffice #DuncanSandys #HaroldMacmillan #Decolonization #WindOfChange #BritishEmpire #Whitehall #SirHiltonPoynton #SirArthurSnelling #1963 #FexingoHistory #History #Europe #Empire #Bureaucracy #UKPolitics #EndOfEmpire Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1967 Argylls at Crater: Colin Mitchell and Aden's Last Stand 21.07.2026 9мин

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the story of Lieutenant Colonel Colin Mitchell and the 1st Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders during the 1967 Aden Emergency. After British forces withdrew from the Crater district following a deadly ambush, Mitchell's battalion staged a dramatic re-entry, retaking the area in a controversial operation that became a media sensation back home. We explore Mitchell's theatrical leadership, the political pressures on Harold Wilson's government, the role of the South Arabian Federation, and the broader unraveling of British control in Arabia. The episode also touches on the Yemeni civil war, Egyptian involvement under Nasser, and the legacy of the Argylls' action as a last gasp of imperial bravado. Through specific figures like Qahtan al-Sha'bi and Abdullah al-Asnaj, we examine the nationalist movements that made Britain's exit inevitable. This is a granular look at a single battle that encapsulated the end of an empire. #AdenEmergency #ArgyllAndSutherlandHighlanders #ColinMitchell #CraterAden #BritishEmpire #1967 #HaroldWilson #QahtanAlShabi #AbdullahAlAsnaj #SouthArabianFederation #FLOSY #NationalLiberationFront #YemenCivilWar #GamalAbdelNasser #History #FexingoHistory #Decolonisation #MiddleEast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1972 British Exit from Bahrain: Oil, Bases, and Unfinished Business 21.07.2026 8мин

Episode 167 examines the 1971 British withdrawal from Bahrain, a coda to the East of Suez retreat that reshaped the Gulf. Lucas and Luna explore how the 1968 announcement to pull out by 1971 triggered a scramble for influence among Iran, Saudi Arabia, and local rulers. They focus on the little-known 1970 UN mission led by Vittorio Winspeare Guicciardi, which gauged Bahraini opinion after Iran's long-standing claim to the island. Winspeare's report revealed that most Bahrainis preferred independence under the Al Khalifa dynasty rather than joining Iran. This paved the way for the February 1971 Bahraini independence referendum—conducted through a census-like questionnaire—and the formal declaration on August 14, 1971. The episode also covers the parallel independence of Qatar and the formation of the United Arab Emirates, highlighting how Britain's exit left a power vacuum that Iran exploited by seizing the Tunb islands and Abu Musa. With the closure of HMS Jufair naval base, Britain's 150-year military presence in the Gulf ended. The discussion ties this to earlier episodes on the Aden Emergency and the 1969 withdrawal from East of Suez, showing how economic pressures forced Harold Wilson's Labour government to abandon imperial commitments. The episode ends by questioning whether Britain's departure truly empowered Gulf states or simply opened the door for new hegemons. #Bahrain #BritishEmpire #EastofSuez #Gulf #1971 #VittorioWinspeare #Iran #UN #Independence #AlKhalifa #Qatar #UAE #TunbIslands #AbuMusa #HMSJufair #HaroldWilson #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1967 Aden Emergency and the British Exit from Arabia 20.07.2026 6мин

In this episode of The Fall of the British Empire, Lucas and Luna dive into the bloody and chaotic end of British rule in Aden and the South Arabian Federation. They explore the rise of the National Liberation Front and FLOSY, the brutal Battle of Crater in 1967, and the role of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders under Lieutenant-Colonel Colin Mitchell. The episode also covers the Radfan campaign, the impact of Nasser's propaganda, and the final humiliating withdrawal from what was once a vital imperial outpost. With vivid details of street fighting, political intrigue, and the collapse of British resolve, this conversation sheds light on one of the empire's most violent and under-discussed exits. #AdenEmergency #BritishEmpire #CraterBattle #NLF #FLOSY #SouthArabianFederation #Aden #Yemen #ColinMitchell #Argylls #Radfan #Nasser #1967 #Decolonisation #MiddleEast #History #FexingoHistory #BritishArmy Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1964 British Intervention in Cyprus: Nato's Fracturing Alliance 20.07.2026 5мин

In 1964, the British Empire's last major military intervention in the Mediterranean unfolded in Cyprus. This episode unpacks the complex crisis that pitted the island's Greek and Turkish communities against each other, with Britain caught in the middle. We explore the background of the 1960 Zurich and London Agreements, the role of Archbishop Makarios, the eruption of intercommunal violence in December 1963, and Britain's decision to deploy troops under the recently formed UN Peacekeeping Force. We also examine the secret 'Wilson Plan' of 1964, the threat of a Turkish invasion, and the deep internal debates within Harold Wilson's cabinet about Britain's remaining imperial obligations. Featuring key figures like Rauf Denktaş, General George Young, and Duncan Sandys, this episode reveals how the Cyprus crisis became a turning point in Britain's retreat from empire and exposed the fragility of NATO's southern flank. A story of diplomacy, violence, and the painful end of Pax Britannica in the eastern Mediterranean. #CyprusCrisis1964 #BritishEmpire #NATO #HaroldWilson #ArchbishopMakarios #RaufDenktas #UNPeacekeeping #ZurichAgreement #LondonAgreement #TurkishInvasionThreat #WilsonPlan #GeneralGeorgeYoung #DuncanSandys #IntercommunalViolence #ColdWar #History #FexingoHistory #Mediterranean Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1969 Withdrawal from East of Suez: Britain's Retreat from the Gulf 19.07.2026 7мин

In late 1969, the final British military presence in the Persian Gulf was winding down. This episode focuses on the withdrawal from Bahrain and the Trucial States, the last remnants of the East of Suez policy. We cover the 1968 announcement by Harold Wilson, the role of Minister of Defence Denis Healey, the negotiations with local rulers like Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and the decision to leave by 1971. We also discuss the strategic implications for the region, including the rise of Iranian influence under the Shah and the formation of the United Arab Emirates. Key figures include Sir William Luce, the political resident, and the leaders of the emirates. The episode explores why Britain chose to exit despite lingering commitments and how the withdrawal reshaped global power dynamics in the oil-rich Gulf. #EastOfSuez #BritishEmpire #PersianGulf #Bahrain #TrucialStates #UnitedArabEmirates #HaroldWilson #DenisHealey #SheikhZayed #SirWilliamLuce #Iran #Shah #1969 #1971 #Withdrawal #Oil #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1966 UN Vote on Rhodesia That Exposed Britain's Isolation 19.07.2026 8мин

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the 1966 United Nations Security Council vote that imposed mandatory economic sanctions on the white-minority government of Rhodesia, following Ian Smith's Unilateral Declaration of Independence in 1965. They focus on the dramatic vote itself, where Britain—caught between its own history of imperial rule and pressure from newly independent African states—abstained on a resolution it had initially proposed. The episode covers key figures: Harold Wilson, Ian Smith, Arthur Bottomley, and African leaders like Kenneth Kaunda and Julius Nyerere. It also examines the Beira Patrol, the Royal Navy's attempt to block oil deliveries to Rhodesia, and the impact of sanctions on the Smith regime. The conversation touches on the broader shift from empire to post-colonial world order, and how the vote marked a moment when Britain could no longer dictate terms to its former colonies. #Rhodesia #UDI #IanSmith #HaroldWilson #UNSecurityCouncil #BeiraPatrol #Sanctions #KennethKaunda #JuliusNyerere #ArthurBottomley #1966 #ColdWar #Decolonization #BritishEmpire #Africa #SouthernAfrica #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

The 1966 Sterling Devaluation That Broke Britain's Global Reach 18.07.2026 5мин

In November 1967, Britain devalued the pound sterling from $2.80 to $2.40, a move that exposed the fragile foundation of its post-war imperial ambitions. Harold Wilson's Labour government, already strained by the cost of maintaining military bases East of Suez, faced a run on the currency that forced a choice between global power and economic stability. This episode examines how the devaluation, coupled with IMF loans and spending cuts, effectively ended Britain's ability to project force independently. We explore the roles of Chancellor James Callaghan, the Bank of England, and the secret gold pool interventions that tried—and failed—to prop up sterling. The aftermath saw the withdrawal from Aden, the cancellation of the CVA-01 aircraft carrier program, and a fundamental reorientation of British foreign policy toward Europe. For listeners of our earlier episodes on the 1956 Suez Crisis and the 1968 East of Suez exit, this is the economic story that connects them: how a currency crisis, not a military defeat, finally dismantled the empire. #SterlingDevaluation #BritishEmpire #HaroldWilson #JamesCallaghan #IMF #EastOfSuez #BankOfEngland #CVA01 #AdenEmergency #PoundSterling #1967 #GoldPool #EconomicHistory #ImperialDecline #LabourGovernment #CurrencyCrisis #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo