Harold Wilson
Harold Wilson was a British politician who served as Prime Minister in the 1960s and 1970s, known for his leadership of the Labour Party and for his role in guiding Britain into the European Economic Community. His legacy includes significant social reforms and economic policies that shaped modern Britain.
Born on Mar 11, 1916 (110 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +20% | 67,886,011 | 71,428 | $2,700,000 | 2,841$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,140 | $5,100 | 4$ |
| Totals | 3 | 72,916,011 | 75,568 | $2,705,100 | 2,845$ |
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Recent Mentions
Ireland:
Harold Wilson was the British prime minister signing the Anglo-Irish Free Trade Agreement.
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United Kingdom:
Harold Wilson came to Bobby Moore's aid when there were fears he could miss the start of the tournament.
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United Kingdom:
Labour’s Harold Wilson resigned as prime minister in April 1976.
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Canada:
Harold Wilson was another prime minister shaped by the dons of Oxbridge.
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United Kingdom:
Harold Wilson is noted as a historical figure whose decision to abstain from the Vietnam War parallels Starmer's foreign policy choices.
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Italy:
Harold Wilson is remembered as a controversial Prime Minister who abolished the death penalty.
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Switzerland:
Harold Wilson is referenced in the context of the British government's strategic decisions regarding military presence abroad.
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Switzerland:
Harold Wilson is referenced regarding the UK's military strategy changes.
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Spain:
Starmer has explained that one of his Labour idols is Prime Minister Harold Wilson.
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Georgia:
Harold Wilson is mentioned as a leader who maintained the Atlantic framework despite disagreements with Washington.
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