Constitution of Great Britain
Calls for the reform of Clause IV of after the loss of 3 elections in a row
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1959 in Great Britain — Page 2
Explore 129 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1959.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1959
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November
Election
Calls for the reform of Clause IV of after the loss of 3 elections in a row
Reform of Labour Party Policy
Calls for the reform of Clause IV of after the loss of 3 elections in a row
Constitution of Great Britain
Accepts Wilson's comprimise for Clause IV of the Labour Party for "common ownership"
Constitution of Great Britain
Gaitskell accepts Wilson's Clause IV reform of the Labour Party for "common ownership". Describes reforming Clause IV as "taking Genesis out of the Bible"
European Free Trade Association
Supports creation of EFTA after Britain remains outside the Treaty of Rome framework.
Reform of Labour Party Policy
Accepts Wilson's comprimise for Clause IV of the Labour Party for "common ownership"
December
Conference of Allies
The 4 major western allies agree to attend a summit with Britain as its organiser
Other events (month unknown)
100 Caps
Makes 105 full international appearances (70 consecutive), scoring three times, also the first football player in the world to earn 100 caps
1959 Championship Midfield Creativity
Contributes incisive passing and attacking movement to the Wolves side that retains the league championship.
1959 FA Cup Final Goalkeeping
Chic Thomson kept goal for Nottingham Forest as they overcame Luton Town at Wembley in 1959. His performance helped preserve the club's narrow advantage in a demanding final.
1959 FA Cup Final Opening Goal
Scores Nottingham Forest's opening goal in the 2-1 final victory over Luton Town.
Absolute Beginners
Publication of "Absolute Beginners"
Academy Award
Winner of the best male actor for "Separate Tables"
Atkinson Photographs Brunel Centenary Lights
As a child, Jane Atkinson photographs the illuminated Clifton bridge in 1959 during events marking one hundred years since Brunel's death.
Battle of the Sexes
Directs The Battle of the Sexes
Carlton-Browne of the F.O.
Sellers plays Prime Minister Amphibulos in the political satire Carlton-Browne of the F.O.
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee
Charlton Midfield Emergence
Bailey develops into an important Charlton Athletic midfielder with an energetic style and increasing first-team responsibility.
Chelsea First Division Leading Scorer
Greaves finished as the English First Division's top scorer with Chelsea, beginning a remarkable series of domestic scoring awards.
Chicken Soup with Barley Premiere
Arnold Wesker's Chicken Soup with Barley was first staged in Coventry, following political ideals across generations of a London family.
Clause IV
Defends Clause IV from Gaitskell's attempt to revise Labour's constitution.
Clause IV Defence
Defends Labour's Clause IV against revision.
Conservative Politics
Watches Macmillan consolidate Conservative leadership after the Suez crisis
Constitution of Great Britain
Accepts Wilson's comprimise for Clause IV of the Labour Party for "common ownership". Urges Labour to adopt a mixed economy at the Blackpool Conference
Defender Wins Hammer of the Year
Ken Brown wins West Ham’s Hammer of the Year award as a dependable defender following the club’s return to First Division football.
Dickinson's Portsmouth Long Service
Dickinson continues as a central figure in the Portsmouth side after more than a decade in the first team, demonstrating unusual loyalty and durability.
Eating People Is Wrong
Malcolm Bradbury published his debut novel Eating People Is Wrong, satirizing university life and social attitudes.
Election
Stands as an Member of Parliament for the Liberal Party, defeated
Election
The Labour Party loses its 3rd general election in a row. Promises not to increase taxes, seen as an electoral bribe. Labour win 43.8% of votes cast, 258 seats, the Conservatives win 365 seats. Defeated after Gaitskell promises increased spending without increasing taxes
Election
The Liberals receive 6% of the vote & return 6 Members of Parliament
Election
At the General Election doubles his majority in Huyton to 5,927
Election
Campaigns as Labour's senior economic spokesman during the general election.
EMI
Barry is employed by the EMI record company from 1959 until 1962 arranging orchestral accompaniment for the companys recording artists
Experienced Leeds Defender
Charlton maintains a regular place in Leeds United's defence as the club navigates a difficult top-flight campaign.
FA Cup Semi Final Run
Archie Macaulay guided third-tier Norwich City through a celebrated FA Cup campaign that included a victory over Manchester United before a semi-final replay defeat to Luton Town.
FA Cup Winning Captain
Jack Burkitt captained Nottingham Forest in their 1959 FA Cup final victory over Luton Town. His leadership was particularly important when an injury left his side under pressure.
Forest Wembley Defensive Resilience
Joe McDonald represented Nottingham Forest in the defensive unit that won the 1959 FA Cup final. He helped the team protect a 2-1 lead after injury reduced Forest's effectiveness.
Governor
Appointed Governor General of Australia
Happy Days
Publication of "Happy Days"
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