Margaret Thatcher awarded freedom of the City of London

Title

Margaret Thatcher awarded freedom of the City of London

Genre

Speech

TX Date

26 May 1989

Year of production

1989

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Duration

00:02:41

Description

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has today been given the freedom of the City of London. At a glittering ceremony at the Guildhall, Thatcher received the honour, which means she can now drive sheep across London Bridge, among other ancient and classical privileges. Thatcher gives a speech on Britain’s strength and determination to defend itself and others against tyranny.

Contributors

Margaret Thatcher

Keywords

Awards; London; Margaret Thatcher; Prime ministers; Politicians; Ceremonies; City of London; Freemen

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