VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > B. Europe, 1945–2000 > 6. Western Europe, 1945–2000 > a. Britain > 1971, Sept. 24
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1971, Sept. 24
 
Britain expelled 105 Soviet officials, the single largest strike ever made against Soviet spies.  1
 
Oct. 28
 
The House of Commons ended a 14-year debate and approved membership in the European Common Market. Britain formally entered the market on Jan. 1, 1973.  2
 
 
 
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