Hinton Explains Nuclear Industrial Potential
The Calder Hall project demonstrates the possibility of producing electricity alongside plutonium for defence purposes.
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1956 in Great Britain — Page 14
Explore 627 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1956.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1956
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Hinton Marks Calder Hall Milestone
Hinton's role in the British atomic energy programme is reflected in the opening of the pioneering station.
Huddersfield Senior League Debut
Law entered Huddersfield's first team at sixteen and began gaining Second Division experience under Bill Shankly.
Hungarian Revolution
Condemns the Soviet crushing of the Hungarian Revolution through Tribune.
Inaugural Ballon d’Or Award
Stanley Matthews becomes the first recipient of the Ballon d’Or while playing for Blackpool, receiving recognition for the exceptional close control and longevity that distinguished his career.
Invasion of Egypt
Calls for Israel to invade Sinai
Invasion of Egypt
Issues an ultimatum to Egypt & Israel to withdraw forces from the Suez Canal
Inverness Terrace Property
Expands the property venture by acquiring houses in Inverness Terrace, Bayswater, for conversion into a larger boarding-house operation.
Ipswich Town
Ramseys second season in charge led to the 3rd Division South title, Ipswichs second at that level, and promotion to the Second Division
Island in the Sun
Publication of "Island in the Sun"
Journalistic Commentary on Suez
West commented on contemporary British politics and international affairs through journalism.
League Title
Part of the Blackpool side that finished in what is to date still the clubs highest-ever League position when they finished as First Division (then the top flight in England) runners-up in the 1955-56 season
Leeds Top Flight Promotion
Charlton helps Leeds United earn promotion from the Second Division, providing a strong central defensive presence.
Lloyd Confronts United Nations Criticism
The British government faces criticism in international forums after military operations begin in Egypt.
Lloyd Consults French Foreign Ministry
Lloyd coordinates the British response with French officials concerned about Egyptian canal policy.
Lloyd Discusses International Canal Authority
British diplomacy explores proposals for an international framework to supervise canal operations.
Lloyd Explores United States Negotiations
Lloyd attempts to reconcile British objectives with American proposals for managing the Suez dispute.
Lloyd Faces Franco British Policy Differences
Lloyd helps reconcile allied diplomatic approaches as Paris and London evaluate their options toward Nasser.
Lloyd Negotiates Suez Diplomatic Strategy
The foreign secretary manages contacts with other governments during the escalation from nationalization to intervention.
Lloyd Prepares London Conference Agenda
Lloyd helps prepare proposals for international discussions on the canal and its future operation.
Lloyd Presents Canal Settlement Proposals
Lloyd advocates arrangements intended to protect access and reassure the international users of the waterway.
Lloyd Represents Britain at Security Council
Lloyd engages with United Nations diplomacy as Britain pursues international arguments over the canal dispute.
Lloyd Reviews Nationalization Legal Questions
Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd examines the legal and diplomatic implications of the canal company's nationalization.
London Research
Returns to London and works at University College London and Imperial College before his permanent return to Edinburgh.
Look Back in Anger London Premiere
John Osborne's Look Back in Anger premiered at the Royal Court Theatre, helping establish a new British theatrical realism.
Lord President
Appointed Lord President of the Council, 2nd term
Macmillan Addresses Treasury Crisis
The Treasury responds to severe financial strains as the Suez dispute moves toward a military confrontation.
Macmillan Assesses Sterling Vulnerability
Macmillan confronts the risk that international financial pressures could weaken sterling during the canal crisis.
Macmillan Examines Egyptian Financial Measures
As chancellor, Macmillan considers financial action against Egypt following nationalization of the canal company.
Macmillan Reviews Suez Economic Consequences
The disruption of canal shipping raises concerns about trade, oil supplies and Britain's external payments.
Macmillan Weighs Intervention Costs
The chancellor faces the budgetary and currency implications of any British military operation in Egypt.
McDowall Oversees Manchester City Cup Triumph
A 3-1 result over Birmingham City brings Manchester City the trophy under McDowall.
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament for Taunton
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament for Leeds North-East
Men and Power
Publication of "Men & Power"
MI5
Appointed Head of MI5
Monckton Expresses Concern About Intervention
Monckton has reservations about resorting to military action as diplomatic efforts continue.
Monckton Leaves Defence Ministry
Monckton leaves the defence portfolio during the Suez crisis and subsequently takes a different cabinet position.
Monckton Weighs Suez Military Options
Defence Minister Walter Monckton is involved in government discussions about possible force following the canal seizure.
Mountbatten Advises on Suez Operations
Mountbatten participates in senior military discussions over the feasibility and consequences of armed intervention in Egypt.
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