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Why was common law seen as inappropriate for the USA?
Why was common law seen as inappropriate for the USA?
- Because it was developed in Britain
- Because it required experienced legal technicians (correct)
- Because it was too simple
- Because it was developed in a centralized society
What was Lord Randolph Churchill's position under Lord Salisbury?
What was Lord Randolph Churchill's position under Lord Salisbury?
- Prime Minister
- Member of Parliament
- Leader of the House of Commons
- Chancellor of the Exchequer (correct)
Why did some states want to prohibit references to English precedents?
Why did some states want to prohibit references to English precedents?
- Because they wanted to adopt a new system
- Because they didn't understand English law
- Because they wanted to preserve colonial dependence
- Because they resented British colonial power (correct)
Why was common law adopted in the USA despite initial reservations?
Why was common law adopted in the USA despite initial reservations?
What was the result of adapting common law in the USA?
What was the result of adapting common law in the USA?
Why did countries want to get rid of their 'colonisator'?
Why did countries want to get rid of their 'colonisator'?
What was Lord Randolph Churchill's age at the time of his death?
What was Lord Randolph Churchill's age at the time of his death?
What was a common factor that contributed to the adoption of common law in the USA?
What was a common factor that contributed to the adoption of common law in the USA?
Where was Jennie Jerome, Churchill's mother, born?
Where was Jennie Jerome, Churchill's mother, born?
What is said to be a characteristic of Churchill's style?
What is said to be a characteristic of Churchill's style?
Why did Churchill's manner of speech annoy some English politicians?
Why did Churchill's manner of speech annoy some English politicians?
What is said to be a common trait between Churchill and the American people?
What is said to be a common trait between Churchill and the American people?
Who is described as 'incomparable, the greatest [soldier] England has known'?
Who is described as 'incomparable, the greatest [soldier] England has known'?
What is said to be a unique aspect of Churchill's speeches?
What is said to be a unique aspect of Churchill's speeches?
What is the alleged ancestry of Churchill's family?
What is the alleged ancestry of Churchill's family?
What is said to be balanced by Churchill's American traits?
What is said to be balanced by Churchill's American traits?
What is a major factor in the development of Common Law?
What is a major factor in the development of Common Law?
In which country do judges lead the investigation?
In which country do judges lead the investigation?
What was the incident that led to the payment of penalties in 2010?
What was the incident that led to the payment of penalties in 2010?
What did Obama say about Britain's position in the EU after Brexit?
What did Obama say about Britain's position in the EU after Brexit?
What do the US and UK share in terms of defense?
What do the US and UK share in terms of defense?
What is a concern for the US regarding the UK?
What is a concern for the US regarding the UK?
What is a result of Brexit according to Obama?
What is a result of Brexit according to Obama?
What must the special relationship take account of?
What must the special relationship take account of?
Which two leaders shared a common cause during the Cold War?
Which two leaders shared a common cause during the Cold War?
Which U.S. president was known to have a close relationship with Tony Blair?
Which U.S. president was known to have a close relationship with Tony Blair?
What did Barack Obama say about the UK's position in trade negotiations if it decided to leave the EU?
What did Barack Obama say about the UK's position in trade negotiations if it decided to leave the EU?
Why did the UK feel insulted by Barack Obama's remarks?
Why did the UK feel insulted by Barack Obama's remarks?
What did Donald Trump's statements in 2017 and 2020 reveal about his views on the UK?
What did Donald Trump's statements in 2017 and 2020 reveal about his views on the UK?
What did senior retired diplomats and Conservative foreign policy specialists predict would happen if Donald Trump won a second term?
What did senior retired diplomats and Conservative foreign policy specialists predict would happen if Donald Trump won a second term?
What did experts think Joe Biden's presidency would mean for the UK's special relationship with the US?
What did experts think Joe Biden's presidency would mean for the UK's special relationship with the US?
What has been the UK's default since the Suez crisis, according to one expert?
What has been the UK's default since the Suez crisis, according to one expert?
Study Notes
Winston Churchill's Background
- Churchill's paternal family, the Marlboroughs, were of English aristocratic background.
- His mother, Jennie Jerome, was born in Brooklyn, New York, and may have had Native American ancestry.
- Churchill's upbringing and style were a mix of upper-class English and American traits.
The Common Law
- The USA and the UK share a common law system.
- The common law was developed in a centralized society, making it less suitable for a large country like the USA.
- The system was seen as inappropriate for the USA due to its archaic procedures and requirement for experienced legal technicians.
- The common law was adopted in the USA due to its protection of civil liberties and its conservative philosophy.
- The system was adapted to fit the USA, leading to differences in areas such as constitutional law, family law, and labor law.
- Similarities between the two countries' systems include judicial precedent, the rule of law, and an adversarial nature of proceedings.
Economic Relations
- Economic relations between the USA and the UK are deeply rooted in history, but have had their ups and downs (e.g., the BP crisis in 2010).
- The UK's decision to leave the EU (Brexit) has led to the USA readjusting its policies towards the EU.
Diplomatic and Security Relations
- The USA and the UK share a nuclear deterrent and engage in numerous defense contracts and intelligence cooperation.
- Both countries have a common commitment on many issues, such as the Iraq War and the management of Saddam Hussein.
The Special Relationship
- The special relationship between the USA and the UK must take into account their postcolonial quests, geo-strategic and economic interests, and personal affinities between leaders.
- Examples of close relationships between leaders include FDR and Winston Churchill, Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher, and George W. Bush and Tony Blair.
- However, relationships have also been strained, such as between Barack Obama and the Tories, and Donald Trump and Theresa May/Boris Johnson.
- The election of Joe Biden did not necessarily offer greater reassurance to the special relationship, as the focus may shift towards Europe, particularly Germany and France.
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Learn about Winston Churchill's family history, including his aristocratic English roots and American-born mother. Discover how his multicultural background influenced his views on the 'special relationship' between English-speaking peoples.
