Political developments: the decline of the Liberals; the 1923 election; the first Labour government: aims, reforms, international relations and collapse; the Conservative resurgence and government; the roles of Baldwin, Churchill and Chamberlain
Between 1922 and 1929, the Liberal Party collapsed as a major force. Labour briefly held power for the first time. The Conservatives then dominated, led by figures including Baldwin, Churchill and Chamberlain.
Real World
Ramsay MacDonald's first Labour government lasted only nine months in 1924, collapsing partly due to the forged Zinoviev Letter, which claimed Soviet links to Labour and swung the press against the party days before the election.
Exam Focus
Avoid describing Baldwin as simply 'moderate' — cite specific policies like the 1925 return to the Gold Standard to show his limitations.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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