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1958 in Great Britain — Page 3
Explore 113 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1958.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1958
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Move It
3 British teenagers become Cliff Richard and the Drifters (later renamed Cliff Richard and the Shadows), the group record a hit, "Move It", marking what is held to be the very first true British rock n roll single
Munich Air Disaster Impact on World Cup
Three months before the tournament, the Munich air disaster killed Manchester United players Roger Byrne, Tommy Taylor, and Duncan Edwards, depriving England of key players.
NHS Cardiopulmonary Bypass
During Harold Macmillan's government, the first successful cardiopulmonary bypass programme in the UK begins at Hammersmith Hospital.
NHS Cardiopulmonary Bypass Government
The Conservative Party Government is in office as this NHS milestone occurs: The first successful cardiopulmonary bypass programme in the UK begins at Hammersmith Hospital.
NHS Cardiopulmonary Bypass NHS Development
This NHS development occurs while Harold Macmillan serves as Prime Minister: The first successful cardiopulmonary bypass programme in the UK begins at Hammersmith Hospital.
NHS Polio and Diphtheria Vaccination
During Harold Macmillan's government, polio and diphtheria vaccination programmes expand vaccination for people under 15.
NHS Polio and Diphtheria Vaccination Government
The Conservative Party Government is in office as this NHS milestone occurs: Polio and diphtheria vaccination programmes expand vaccination for people under 15.
NHS Polio and Diphtheria Vaccination NHS Development
This NHS development occurs while Harold Macmillan serves as Prime Minister: Polio and diphtheria vaccination programmes expand vaccination for people under 15.
Nuclear Power
Announces a nuclear test ban for 1 year
Our Man in Havana
Publication of "Our Man in Havana"
Player of the Year
Tottenham captain Blanchflower takes the writers prize as his intelligent distribution and on-field leadership establish him among the outstanding midfielders of the era.
Plumian Professorship
Hoyle became Plumian Professor of Astronomy and Experimental Philosophy at Cambridge.
Portsmouth Leading Striker
Saunders continues scoring for Portsmouth in the First Division and attracts interest from clubs seeking a reliable centre-forward.
Post-Suez Reputation
Remains a central figure in debate over Britain's postwar world role after Suez
Public Expenditure
Proposes massive public expenditure cuts
Retirement
Goes into retirement
Rule of Cyprus
Flies to Athens & Ankara, they refuse to accept a duel constitution for Cyprus
Scotland International Debut
Law won his first senior Scotland cap against Wales while still a teenager and quickly became an important attacking prospect.
Sillett Chelsea Defence Behind Greaves
Sillett represented Chelsea as Greaves developed into the club's main attacking threat in the late 1950s.
Sir Charles Dilke
Publishes Sir Charles Dilke, establishing his reputation as a political biographer.
Strategic Studies
Healey participates in strategic studies discussions concerning NATO, nuclear deterrence and conventional defence.
The Charm of Politics
Publishes The Charm of Politics and Other Essays in Political Criticism.
The Doctors Dilemma
Stas in The Doctors Dilemma
The Mist Procession
Publication of "The Mist Procession", an autobiography
The Mist Procession", an autobiography
Publication of "The Mist Procession", an autobiography
Tom Thumb
Sellers plays the villainous Tony in the fantasy musical Tom Thumb.
Two Goals in 1958 FA Cup Final
Scores both goals as Bolton Wanderers defeat Manchester United 2-0.
United FA Cup Final Appearance
Charlton features for Manchester United in the FA Cup final against Bolton Wanderers as the club attempts to recover from the Munich tragedy.
Up the Creek
Sellers portrays Chief Petty Officer Doherty in the naval comedy Up the Creek.
West Ham Second Division Title Under Fenton
Ted Fenton guides West Ham United to the 1957–58 Second Division championship, returning the London club to England’s top flight.
World Cup Group Stage
England drew with the Soviet Union, Brazil, and Austria, then lost a playoff against the Soviet Union for a quarter-final place.
World Cup Qualification
England qualified for the tournament in Sweden after defeating the Republic of Ireland and Denmark, having lost only once in 17 matches.
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