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American bombers to be stationed in Britain

Title
American bombers to be stationed in Britain
Genre
News report; Speech; Parliamentary debate
TX Date
Unknown
Year of production
1991
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Duration
00:03:06
Description
Defence Secretary Tom King announces in the House of Commons that US B52 heavy bombers are to be stationed at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, strengthening the transatlantic relationship between the Uk and USA. He says the Gulf War would come to an end if Iraqi President, Saddam Hussein were to withdraw his troops from Kuwait. Liberal Democrat defence spokesman Menzies Campbell issues a note of caution while anti-war campaigner Labour MP, Dennis Canavan calls for an end to the conflict. Male reporter not identified.
Contributors
Tom King; Dennis Canavan; Menzies Campbell
Keywords
Aircraft; USA; UK; Military aircraft; International relations; Air force; Gloucestershire; Wars (events); RAF; Iraq; Gulf War (1990-1991); Saddam Hussein; Fairford; American (cultural identity)

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