David Day
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One of the most popular ways in which to view the history of the modern world is through the prism of colonialism, writes David Day.
Published May 23 2008
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David Day argues that deft footwork, personal PR and skilful use of both patronage and rhetoric were key elements in sustaining Britain's wartime PM in a position intrinsically far weaker than has often been supposed. Published March 31 1991
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'A painful lesson in international politics' - Anglo-Australian relations in the Second World War revealed the rhetoric of Empire not matched by a British commitment to Australia's defence. Published February 1 1988
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